WOMEN'S TEAM Guro Reiten, Sam Kerr, and Lauren James have been selected as nominees for the prestigious Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions to our triumphant 2022/23 season, where we secured the Double. The combined efforts of our Chelsea trio played a pivotal role in securing our fourth consecutive Women's Super League title and a third successive FA Cup victory. Their exceptional individual performances have merited their inclusion in the shortlist for these esteemed awards. Each of the
Australia's aspirations of securing a home World Cup victory were dashed by an unyielding England side, as they triumphed with a 3-1 win, securing a place in Sunday's final. The semi-final clash, held in Sydney, garnered the attention of two nations striving for their inaugural World Cup final appearance. This marked only England's second encounter with a tournament host, the previous instance being against Canada in the 2015 quarter-finals. Australia, on the other hand, ventured into uncharted territory, reaching this stage for the
Millie Bright has shared her perspective on the immense opportunity that lies ahead for England as they prepare to face Spain in the Women's World Cup final, following their European Championship victory. To secure their position in the final and edge closer to consecutive major tournament finals, England had to navigate past host nation Australia. The clash saw an extraordinary goal by Sam Kerr nullify Ella Toone's opener, only to be swiftly countered by Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo, propelling England to victory.
Caicedo's Debut Training Session with Chelsea MEN'S TEAM This morning marked Moises Caicedo's inaugural training session donning the Chelsea jersey, as he joined his fellow teammates at Cobham for the very first time. Fresh from his recent transition from Brighton & Hove Albion, the midfielder stepped onto the grass at our training center in Surrey. Exuding positivity, Caicedo was all smiles as he embraced his new environment, clearly in high spirits as he began acquainting himself with his new surroundings.
MEN'S TEAM Chelsea has officially assigned squad number 25 to Moises Caicedo. Following his arrival from Brighton & Hove Albion, Caicedo signed an eight-year contract with the club, with the option of an additional year. Notably, the no.25 shirt has a significant history, having been previously donned by Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola. Remarkably, Zola has graciously extended his approval for Moises to take up the no.25 shirt for the upcoming season. This special number, previously synonymous with Gianfranco Zola, now enjoys a renewed
Mauricio Pochettino is convinced that his Chelsea squad deserved to triumph over Liverpool in their Premier League season opener at Stamford Bridge. Following an intense 90 minutes of football, the match concluded in a 1-1 draw. Luis Diaz initiated the scoring for Liverpool with a cleverly executed finish, to which Chelsea's debutant Axel Disasi responded with a close-range goal. Both teams had goals disallowed through VAR interventions, with additional opportunities to further add to the scoreline. Nonetheless, Pochettino holds the sentiment that we
Axel Disasi's Chelsea debut will forever be etched in memory, as his goal at Stamford Bridge secured a thrilling opening day draw against Liverpool, leaving both sides to share the spoils. The French international, a recent recruit from Monaco, seized an opportunity from close range during a corner, expertly directing the ball past Alisson to nullify Luis Diaz's initial goal for Jurgen Klopp's team. It was undoubtedly a deserved outcome for Mauricio Pochettino's Blues, and Disasi revealed that fate seemed to have written
Brace yourselves for part two of our electrifying sneak peek into the upcoming season, where we delve into the tantalizing treasures that Chelsea aims to conquer and the exhilarating transformations poised to reshape the playing field. Premier League Unleashed: 2023/24 Edition The grand saga of the season unfurls just five days later than its predecessor, igniting on the 11th of August. As the epic tale reaches its crescendo, the final curtain will fall nine days earlier, on the 19th of May. Amidst this
In the realm of English football, a new protagonist emerges – Mykhailo Mudryk, now donning the coveted No.10 jersey, prepares to embark on his maiden full season. In this exploration, we delve into the reasons behind his meticulous preparations and stellar summer performances, painting a promising picture for a triumphant campaign in the heart of west London. Mudryk's arrival onto the scene was heralded by a series of accomplishments while representing Ukraine. The resounding echo of a goal against Germany in a high-profile
Upon joining his new Chelsea teammates in training for the first time, Robert Sanchez shared his initial impressions of Cobham, expressed his eagerness to begin his journey at Stamford Bridge, and conveyed his excitement to collaborate with Mauricio Pochettino. Having completed his transfer from Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, the Spanish goalkeeper has bolstered Chelsea's squad ahead of the forthcoming 2023/24 season, which commences with a match against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge next Sunday. Despite being no stranger to SW6 due to
MEN'S TEAM As the commencement of the Premier League season draws near, Chelsea supporters eagerly anticipate the opportunity to witness several fresh and promising faces in competitive action for the first time. Among these newcomers is Nicolas Jackson. The Senegal international made the move from Villarreal at the conclusion of June and showcased his remarkable skills during our pre-season tour of the USA. Through the assistance of Opta data extracted from our trio of Summer Series encounters against fellow Premier League contenders, we
With a successful tour of the States behind them, Chelsea is back at Cobham, working tirelessly as the new Premier League season looms just one week away. Mauricio Pochettino, the head coach, has clear plans in place, both short-term and long-term, with a keen focus on the much-anticipated season-opener against Liverpool. His objective is to achieve rapid success. "We are in a good way; we are building something special, I think," Pochettino shares. "It's a process, and we need time, but in football,
As the 2023/24 Premier League season approaches, Chelsea's newest outfield additions are wasting no time in preparing for the action. Lesley Ugochukwu, the midfielder from Reims, and Axel Disasi, the central defender from Monaco, have been seen working diligently on the training pitches to earn their spot in the squad early in the season. Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer was completed on the first day of the month, allowing him to join the team during their USA tour. On the other hand, Axel Disasi's move
The talented centre-back has agreed to a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge, bringing with him a wealth of top-level experience. Disasi has made 130 appearances in Ligue 1 and has been capped four times by France. He was also part of the French squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley expressed their excitement about Disasi's arrival, praising his quality and international recognition. They believe he is ready to take the next step in his career
The group stage has concluded, and 13 members of the Chelsea squad will be participating in the next phase, which begins on Saturday. Earlier today, Germany, represented by our German trio of Melanie Leupolz, Ann-Katrin Berger, and Sjoeke Nusken, drew with South Korea, resulting in their elimination from the tournament. Consequently, they will be returning home along with our three Canadian Blues, Jessie Fleming, Kadeisha Buchanan, and Ashley Lawrence. Out of the 19 Chelsea players who were initially called up to represent nine
The English midfielder has been shining in the No.10 position, showcasing his creativity and agility on the ball in multiple games for the team during their unbeaten tour across the Atlantic. After a 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund, which marked the end of their successful pre-season, Chukwuemeka shared his thoughts. "It's definitely been a great pre-season. The unity within the group has been top-notch, and we are coming together as a team. Going into the Premier League season unbeaten is all we could
After an eventful and enjoyable few weeks in America for their pre-season tour, Chelsea is now heading back home to the UK. The team had an impressive run, playing a total of five matches, securing three victories, and drawing two. A significant highlight was winning the first-ever Premier League Summer Series tournament. The Blues clinched the title in Washington D.C. with wins against Fulham and Brighton, along with a solid point earned against Newcastle United. Throughout the tour, we witnessed some memorable moments,
Ticket information for our first away game of the 2023/24 season is now available… Match Details: West Ham United vs Chelsea Premier League Date: Sunday, 20th August 2023 Kick-off: 4.30 pm Venue: London Stadium Ticket Sales Information: Ticket sales for this match will follow the schedule below: Tuesday, 1st August from 10 am until 11.30 am: Season ticket holders with 103 loyalty points or more can purchase one ticket per person. Tuesday, 1st August from 12 pm until 1.30 pm: Season ticket holders
Mauricio Pochettino has shared his perspective on why Levi Colwill needs to compete for a spot in the Chelsea starting lineup. Despite being a highly talented defender, Colwill has only started one of our four pre-season matches, which could be partially attributed to his late integration into the squad due to England's Under-21 European Championships success. Pochettino expressed his satisfaction with Colwill's progress but issued a challenge to the young player to prove himself and earn his place in the team for the
The French forward has impressed during the Blues' summer tour of America and has spoken about how well he has adapted to the group and the coaching of Mauricio Pochettino. With such a strong start, Nkunku is now eager to carry his fine form into the Premier League opener against Liverpool in a couple of weeks. After Chelsea's victory over Fulham in Maryland, Nkunku expressed his satisfaction, stating that winning games has boosted the team's confidence, which is crucial ahead of the new