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Lauren James follows brother Reece by signing new Chelsea contract

Chelsea have been handed a massive boost by Lauren James extending her stay until 2030, hours after her brother and men's team captain Reece signed a new long-term deal until 2032. This historic double commitment ensures the James siblings remain central to the club’s ambitions, marking a monumental day for the Blues' present and future success.

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Chelsea urged to make key change to challenge Arsenal & City

Chelsea legend Joe Cole has questioned Liam Rosenior’s policy of rotating goalkeepers Filip Jorgensen and Robert Sanchez. Cole argues that constant changes in such a "lonely position" could undermine confidence, suggesting that a settled number one is essential for the Blues to bridge the gap to the Premier League’s elite contenders, but they may need to upgrade their current options.

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Rosenior praises Neto in wake of clash with ball boy

Liam Rosenior was "impressed" by Pedro Neto’s decision to issue a heartfelt apology after pushing a ball boy during the Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. While UEFA has opened an investigation for "unsporting behaviour", Rosenior praised the winger's accountability, noting that his desire to apologise showed a genuine commitment to learn from the mistake.

Rosenior hails James as 'best in the world' after new contract

Chelsea have been handed a massive boost by captain Reece James signing a new deal until 2032. Manager Liam Rosenior hailed his captain following the announcement, labelling the academy graduate as "the best in the world" in his position.

Neto hit with fresh PL ban as UEFA ball boy shove probe looms

Chelsea’s Pedro Neto has been hit with a one-game ban and a £70,000 fine following his red card against Arsenal. The FA confirmed the extra penalty after the winger "acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the pitch promptly and/or using abusive words towards the match official/s". He will now miss Saturday’s crucial clash against Newcastle.

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'Over the moon' James aims to spend 'peak years' at Chelsea

Chelsea captain Reece James has officially committed his long-term future to the club by signing a massive contract extension. The academy graduate says he intends to spend his prime years at Stamford Bridge as the focal point of the Blues' ambitious project.

Howe defends Gordon after Rooney & Keane criticism

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has launched a staunch defence of Anthony Gordon after the forward faced sharp criticism from several Premier League legends. Despite being sidelined from the starting XI against Barcelona due to illness, Gordon’s decision to occupy a place on the bench was questioned by high-profile pundits. Howe has now moved to clarify the medical reality of the situation while hailing the England international's elite competitive mentality.

Chelsea tie captain James to new long-term contract

Reece James has reaffirmed his status as the heartbeat of Chelsea by putting pen to paper on a fresh six-year contract. The 26-year-old captain, who has been with the Blues since the age of six, is now tied to Stamford Bridge until the summer of 2032. This landmark agreement ensures that the academy graduate will spend the prime years of his career in West London as a foundational pillar of the club's long-term project.

Barca plot swoop for Chelsea star using Mendes connection

Barcelona have identified Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a primary target to bolster Hansi Flick’s attacking options ahead of the summer transfer window. The Portuguese international’s versatility and explosive pace have earned him high praise from the Catalan club’s scouting department. While no formal approach has been made, Barca hope their close relationship with super-agent Jorge Mendes could prove decisive in navigating a potential deal.

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'Can't go there!' - Liverpool legend begs Kelleher not to join Chelsea

Liverpool legend John Aldridge has pleaded with Caoimhin Kelleher not to join Chelsea, insisting the Irishman still has a future at Anfield. While discussing the Brentford goalkeeper's path, Aldridge also admitted he would love to see Jurgen Klopp return to the club as manager if Arne Slot ever departs.

Joao Pedro tipped for shock Arsenal move

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has sensationally been tipped for a future transfer to London rivals Arsenal. The Brazilian is enjoying a fine debut season at Chelsea, but a former Premier League star thinks he could be tempted to swap Stamford Bridge for the Emirates Stadium, with Arsenal currently sitting 19 points clear of Chelsea at the top of the table.

UEFA disciplinary proceedings against Pedro Neto: what happened

The Blues striker pushed a ball boy because he thought he was slow in returning the ball to him.

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UEFA starts disciplinary proceedings following Neto's ugly ball-boy spat

Chelsea face a nervy wait ahead of their crucial round of 16 second-leg clash against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League after UEFA launched a formal investigation into Pedro Neto for "unsporting behaviour". The Portuguese winger, who has contributed 10 goals in 42 appearances this season, is facing a potential suspension following a heated stoppage-time incident where he shoved a ball boy during the Blues' 5-2 first-leg defeat.

How NIGHTMARE set of UCL results for PL clubs impacts qualifying spots

The Premier League's quest to secure a fifth Champions League qualification spot again for next season was dealt a hammer blow this week following a string of disastrous results on Europe's elite stage. UEFA’s European Performance Spots (EPS) are awarded to the two nations whose clubs perform best across all three major European competitions, but the English top flight is suddenly looking over its shoulder.

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Potter signs new Sweden deal despite having not won a game

Graham Potter has committed his long-term future to Sweden despite failing to win a single match since taking charge. The former Chelsea manager has signed a deal until 2030 as the nation prepares for a do-or-die World Cup play-off with Ukraine.

Barcola hails PSG 'benchmark' win over Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain asserted their dominance on the European stage with a commanding 5-2 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie. In a night filled with attacking flair, Bradley Barcola stood out as the catalyst, opening the scoring and setting the tone for a rampant Parisian side that left the Premier League giants reeling.

Ex-Chelsea star played in final despite face being paralysed

Former Chelsea defender Michael Duberry has opened up about the hidden medical crisis he faced during the 1998 Cup Winners’ Cup final. The centre-back helped the Blues to European glory despite suffering from a condition that left him partially paralysed just days before kick-off.

Rosenior vows to find Chelsea mole after PSG teamsheet leak

Liam Rosenior has vowed that Chelsea will conduct a full investigation to discover how his starting line-up for the Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain was leaked online eight hours prior to kick-off. The Blues' tactical plans were circulating on social media throughout Wednesday afternoon after being initially reported by a French journalist, including the surprise news that Filip Jorgensen would start over Robert Sanchez.

Joao Pedro tipped for shock Arsenal transfer move

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro is currently enjoying the most prolific spell of his career, and his meteoric rise has caught the eye of former team-mates. Keinan Davis, who played alongside the Brazilian at Watford, believes the 24-year-old is destined for the very top of the game. Davis has even suggested that a cross-London switch to Premier League rivals Arsenal could be on the cards.

📽️ | Fernandez RAGES at Jorgensen in PSG defeat

Internal tensions boiled over at the Parc des Princes as Enzo Fernandez took aim at team-mate Filip Jorgensen during a night of Champions League chaos. The Argentine midfielder was left fuming after the goalkeeper's distribution errors gifted PSG a commanding lead.

📽️ | Jorgensen infuriates James after IGNORING simple request

Chelsea captain Reece James was seen arguing with Filip Jorgensen after their 5-2 Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The goalkeeper appeared to ignore his skipper's demands to acknowledge the traveling fans after a nightmare performance at the Parc des Princes.

Chelsea 'a million miles off' UCL glory unless they solve glaring issue

Jamie Carragher has pulled no punches in his assessment of Chelsea’s credentials, claiming the Blues will never reach the summit of English or European football with their current goalkeeping situation. Despite a spirited performance for large periods at the Parc des Princes, Liam Rosenior’s side slumped to a devastating 5-2 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie.

📽️ | Neto slammed for 'disgusting' ball boy clash

Pedro Neto has sparked outrage after shoving a ball boy during Chelsea’s 5-2 Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The ball had just gone out of play down the right in stoppage time when the Portugal winger tried to get it back in play quickly and shoved the ball boy in the chest as he appeared to be trying to hold onto the ball.

Fofana rues errors in Chelsea loss to PSG

Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana has heavily criticised his team's defensive blunders following a devastating 5-2 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Despite equalising twice, a string of late errors gifted the French champions three late goals, leaving Chelsea with a mountain to climb ahead of next week's crucial second leg at Stamford Bridge.

📽️ | Jorgensen gifts PSG crucial goal with huge blunder

Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen endured a Champions League nightmare against Paris Saint-Germain. With the score locked at 2-2, his catastrophic passing error playing out from the back gifted Vitinha a cheeky lobbed goal. This horrific blunder sparked a late collapse, leaving Liam Rosenior’s side facing a massive 5-2 deficit ahead of the second leg and complicating their season entirely.

Jorgensen clangers cost Chelsea as PSG expose Rosenior

Errors from goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen helped condemn Chelsea to a 5-2 loss in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain. Goals from Malo Gusto and Enzo Fernandez looked to have earned the Blues a deserved draw in the French capital, only for Jorgensen to gift the ball to the defending champions on the edge of his own penalty area, which Vitinha took advantage of before Khvicha Kvaratskhelia added two further late goals.

Frequently asked questions

: A group of workers from the Woolwich Arsenal Armanent Factory, who called themselves Dial Square, formed a football team in 1886. They would later rename themselves to Royal Arsenal in the same year. In 1893, the club was renamed to Woolwich Arsenal, before finally being named just Arsenal in 1919, six years after they moved to Highbury.
: American billionaire Enos Stanley Kroenke is the owner of Arsenal, purchasing the club via Arsenal Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE).
: The Emirates Stadium is the name of Arsenal's stadium. It has been the team's home ground since 2006, replacing Highbury, which served as Arsenal's home venue from 1913.
: The Emirates Stadium has a capacity of 60,704 and is among the UK's biggest football venues.
: Arsenal have won 48 trophies till date, including 13 league titles and a record 14 FA Cups.
: Arsenal have 13 English top flight titles to their name, making them the third-most successful team behind Man Utd and Liverpool. They, however, won their last title over two decades ago.
: London-born Irish defender David O'Leary sits at the top of the list for most Arsenal appearances in history. O'Leary spent 18 years at the club and made 722 appearances in all competitions, ahead of Tony Adams, George Armstrong, and Lee Dixon.
: Thierry Henry is Arsenal's leading goalscorer of all-time with 228 goals in 377 games. No other Arsenal player has scored over 200 goals for the club, with Ian Wright sitting in second place (185 goals in 288 games).
: Thierry Henry, Cesc Fabregas, Dennis Bergkamp, Mesut Ozil, Robert Pires, and Robin van Persie are among the popular footballing names to have played for Arsenal.
: Arsene Wenger, Unai Emery, George Graham, and Herbert Chapman are among the biggest names to have been in charge of Arsenal throughout their notable history.
: Arsenal have a pretty unique nickname, called The Gunners. This nickname is a reference to the club's origins in the late 19th century, when a group of workers from the Royal Arsenal armanent factory in Woolwich formed the club. That's also the reason why the Arsenal badge includes a cannon.

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