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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds shared a hug and a kiss during the FA Cup Fifth Round match between Wrexham and Chelsea in Wales, with Chelsea winning 4-2 and Wrexham’s elimination. The sighting comes amid Lively’s ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni, highlighting the couple’s public support for each other.
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior says he is accountable for Robert Sanchez's mistakes in the 3-2 Carabao Cup semi-final first leg loss to Arsenal, defending his keeper while stressing he's implementing a new system; he noted illness and injuries across the squad and praised Sanchez's late save, with Garnacho scoring twice to keep Chelsea alive ahead of the return leg at the Emirates.
Arsenal take the early lead at Stamford Bridge in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg as Chelsea seek a reply, with the live blog tracking goals, chances, lineups, and fan reaction.
Enzo Maresca has left his role as Chelsea manager after a turbulent tenure marked by poor results and internal conflicts, with the club sitting fifth in the Premier League and facing uncertainty about their next steps.
Keir Starmer plans to transfer £2.5 billion from the sale of Roman Abramovich's Chelsea FC to support Ukraine, highlighting a political move to aid Ukrainian efforts amidst ongoing conflict.
President Trump was seen celebrating with the Chelsea FC team after they won the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, and he was gifted a trophy by FIFA, which he displayed in the Oval Office. The trophy was a replica given to the team, while the original remains in Trump's possession, highlighting a unique instance of a U.S. president engaging with a sports trophy in a ceremonial context.
Donald Trump claimed to have custody of the original FIFA Club World Cup trophy since March, after FIFA president Gianni Infantino left it with him during a visit to the White House, and a replica was awarded to Chelsea FC after their win at the FIFA Club World Cup in New Jersey.
Donald Trump claimed he kept the original FIFA Club World Cup trophy for himself after a staged photo op, stating it was placed in the Oval Office and that a replica was used for the event, with the original trophy remaining with him.
Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea FC received a red card during a match against Flamengo, leading to an apology where he expressed regret and responsibility for his actions, emphasizing his commitment to improve and support the team.
Chelsea FC benefits from a favorable Premier League fixture schedule that places home matches after six of their eight Champions League group stage games, potentially reducing fatigue and travel strain, and improving their chances in both competitions.
Enzo Maresca, known for his possession-based tactics, is set to manage Chelsea FC. His approach involves a 3-2-5 formation in possession and a 4-5-1 in defense, focusing on numerical superiority and controlled buildup. While his style has led to high chance creation and control, it has also shown vulnerabilities in defense and tactical rigidity. Chelsea's squad has several players suited to his system, but integrating key talents like Nkunku and Palmer may require adjustments. Expect a shift from Pochettino's dynamic play to Maresca's methodical approach.
Emma Hayes, who has won 16 titles in 12 seasons with Chelsea FC, including five consecutive Super League titles, has begun her role as the new coach of the U.S. women's national soccer team, aiming to lead them to success in the upcoming Olympics.
Chelsea FC has parted ways with coach Mauricio Pochettino after just a year, and former Bayern Munich coaches Thomas Tuchel and Hansi Flick are being considered as potential replacements. Brighton's departing coach Roberto De Zerbi is also in the mix. Tuchel, who previously led Chelsea to a Champions League victory, is reportedly interested in returning, while Flick is more likely to join FC Barcelona.
Premier League rivals Chelsea FC and Manchester City will meet at Ohio Stadium on August 3, 2024, as part of the 2024 FC Series. This international friendly match will be the 178th all-time meeting between the two clubs, with tickets going on sale on March 27. The event aims to showcase the passion of Ohio and American soccer fans and is part of the FC Series, which features top global soccer clubs playing across the United States.
Chelsea and Australia women's national team striker Sam Kerr is set to stand trial in London next February for alleged racially aggravated harassment of a police officer. Kerr pleaded not guilty to the charge, which stems from an incident in Twickenham in January 2023. The 30-year-old soccer star, known for her prolific career and leadership in the sport, is facing trial while recovering from a torn ACL that will sideline her for the remainder of Chelsea's 2023-24 season.