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Chelsea team news: Four youngsters feature in Astana Conference League game
Chelsea name their much-changed starting lineup for Thursday's Conference League game with Astana in Kazakhstan.
Dec 12, 14:21
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'prepared to pay' Franco Mastantuono release clause
Chelsea are allegedly prepared to pay the release clause of Franco Mastantuono in an effort to fend off rivals for the River Plate youngster's signature.
Dec 12, 13:42
Preview: Shrewsbury Town vs. Wycombe Wanderers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Shrewsbury Town and Wycombe Wanderers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 12, 11:45
Preview: Rotherham United vs. Northampton Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Rotherham United and Northampton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 12, 11:32
Chelsea transfer news: Nicolas Jackson reveals 'he was supposed to join another club'
Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson reveals that he was required to perform a U-turn in order to complete a transfer to Stamford Bridge.
Dec 11, 15:58
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'negotiating Cesare Casadei loan exit' with Serie A club
Chelsea are reportedly already in negotiations with a Serie A outfit regarding a potential loan exit for Cesare Casadei.
Dec 11, 15:38
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta comments on potential January plans
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta suggests that the Gunners are already considering how they can strengthen their squad during the January transfer window.
Dec 11, 15:18
Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson demands more criticism from supporters, media
Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson insists that he has thrived on the frequent criticism that he has received since his arrival at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 11, 10:39
Chelsea transfer news: Enzo Maresca delivers important Josh Acheampong contract update
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca provides an update on the contractual situation of Josh Acheampong while revealing whether the prospect will play against Astana on Thursday night.
Dec 11, 09:58
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca confirms youthful squad for Kazakhstan Conference League trip
Enzo Maresca confirms that he will be taking a youthful Chelsea squad to Kazakhstan for Thursday's Conference League fixture against Astana.
Dec 11, 09:31
Liverpool transfer news: Offer to be made for Scottish teenager?
Liverpool are reportedly contemplating whether to make an £8m offer for one of Scottish football's top prospects.
Dec 10, 15:58
RB Leipzig vs. Aston Villa: Unai Emery out to avoid ending nine-year Champions League run
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery will be looking to avoid ending a nine-year streak when his side face RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.
Dec 10, 15:38
Man United transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres fuels speculation with Cristiano Ronaldo admission
Sporting Lisbon forward Viktor Gyokeres adds fuel to speculation linking him with Manchester United by revealing that he would like to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo's achievements.
Dec 10, 15:18
Estevao Willian reveals desired shirt number at Chelsea, comments on Thiago Silva conversation
Estevao Willian reveals which shirt number that he would like to wear when he completes a transfer from Palmeiras to Chelsea in July.
Dec 10, 10:09
Astana vs. Chelsea: Enzo Maresca to promote batch of academy players for freezing Conference League game?
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca will seemingly use a batch of academy prospects for Thursday's Conference League fixture against Astana in a freezing Kazakhstan.
Dec 10, 09:39
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners receive boost in chase for £80m-rated Premier League forward?
Arsenal allegedly receive a boost ahead of a potential chase for an £80m-rated Premier League attacker.
Dec 9, 23:58
Chelsea transfer news: Youngster 'set for EFL loan move' in January
Chelsea reportedly intend to send one of their highly-regarded prospects on loan to an EFL club during the January transfer window.
Dec 9, 23:38
West Ham United 2-1 Wolves: Gary O'Neil claims 'four key decisions' went against visitors in 'El Sackico'
Gary O'Neil claims that Wolverhampton Wanderers were on the receiving end of four key decisions as they succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at West Ham United on Monday night.
Dec 9, 23:17
West Ham vs. Wolves team news: Both teams make changes for 'El Sackico' Premier League fixture
West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers announce their starting lineups for Monday's Premier League fixture at the London Stadium.
Dec 9, 18:46
Julen Lopetegui future: West Ham United 'hold meeting' with Serie A winner
West Ham United allegedly hold discussions with a Serie A title winner as they continue to assess the position of current boss Julen Lopetegui.
Dec 9, 15:59
Ange Postecoglou future: Is Tottenham Hotspur head coach at risk of sack?
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly take a specific stance regarding Ange Postecoglou's future amid the club's recent poor form.
Dec 9, 15:35
Real Madrid transfer news: Endrick 'makes decision' over future ahead of January window
Endrick reportedly makes a decision regarding his short-term Real Madrid future on the back of his restricted game time during 2024-25.
Dec 9, 15:16
Estevao Willian wins two awards after missing out on Brasileiro title
Future Chelsea signing Estevao Willian is awarded two individual accolades despite missing out on winning the Brasileiro title with Palmeiras.
Dec 9, 12:48
Preview: Cardiff City vs. Preston North End - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Championship clash between Cardiff City and Preston North End, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 9, 11:30
Chelsea injury, suspension news vs. Astana: Romeo Lavia added to sidelined list
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's injury and suspension news ahead of their Europa League fixture against Astana on Thursday.
Dec 9, 11:00
Tottenham injury, suspension list and return dates for Rangers: Defensive issues for Ange Postecoglou
Sports Mole rounds up all of Tottenham Hotspur's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Thursday's Europa League fixture against Rangers.
Dec 9, 10:45
Man United injury, suspension news vs. Viktoria Plzen: Will Victor Lindelof return?
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension news ahead of their Europa League fixture against Viktoria Plzen.
Dec 9, 10:30
Estevao Willian misses out on Brasileiro title, Chelsea legend earns survival with Fluminense
Future Chelsea signing Estevao Willian misses out on the Brasileiro title with Palmeiras after a 1-0 defeat to Thiago Silva's Fluminense.
Dec 8, 21:30
Chelsea team news: Enzo Maresca makes seven changes for Tottenham Hotspur showdown
Chelsea make seven changes for Sunday's Premier League clash at Tottenham Hotspur, Enzo Maresca choosing to rotate his side for the second time in a week.
Dec 8, 15:16
Lando Norris dominates Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to seal Constructors title for McLaren
McLaren end a 26-year wait for another Formula 1 Constructors title as Lando Norris cruises to victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Dec 8, 14:46
Chelsea transfer news: West Ham United considering surprise approach for centre-back?
West Ham United are allegedly giving consideration to making an approach for one of Chelsea's central defenders.
Dec 8, 12:46
Chelsea transfer news: Benoit Badiashile offered two escape routes ahead of 2025?
Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile reportedly has two opportunities available if a decision is made to leave Stamford Bridge in 2025.
Dec 7, 10:02
Tottenham Hotspur identify Premier League boss as potential Ange Postecoglou replacement?
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly make a decision over who they would target if they choose to part ways with Ange Postecoglou in the future.
Dec 7, 09:38
Barcelona transfer news: Former Premier League pair to be made available for exit?
Barcelona are allegedly open to parting ways with two of their former Premier League players during the January transfer window.
Dec 7, 09:13
Chelsea transfer news: Blues to reconsider Aaron Anselmino future plans?
Chelsea are allegedly giving consideration to changing their plans regarding the development of young defender Aaron Anselmino.
Dec 6, 18:10
Preview: Almere City vs. FC Utrecht - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Eredivisie clash between Almere City and FC Utrecht, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 6, 11:00
Tottenham injury, suspension list and return dates for Chelsea: Will Cristian Romero return?
Sports Mole rounds up all of Tottenham Hotspur's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture against Chelsea.
Dec 6, 10:30
Club World Cup draw in full: Manchester City, Chelsea learn opponents for 2025 tournament
Premier League giants Manchester City and Chelsea learn who they will face at the revamped 2025 Club World Cup in the summer.
Dec 5, 19:41
Preview: Plymouth Argyle vs. Oxford United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Plymouth Argyle and Oxford United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 5, 15:21
Preview: Wycombe Wanderers vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Wycombe Wanderers and Reading, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 5, 15:15
