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Chelsea v Burnley - Premier League

Chelsea condemn racist abuse aimed at Fofana

Chelsea have issued a statement to condemn the racist abuse aimed at defender Wesley Fofana in the wake of Saturday's 1-1 Premier League draw with Burnley at Stamford Bridge. Fofana revealed the abuse he received after the game in several posts on social media which drew a swift and strong response from the Blues who said they were "appalled and disgusted."

Burnley v Leeds United - Premier League

Burnley condemn racist abuse aimed at Hannibal after Chelsea draw

Burnley have condemned the racial abuse suffered by Hannibal Mejbri following his side's 1-1 draw at Chelsea, with the Tunisia midfielder sharing a harmful message he had been sent after full-time at Stamford Bridge. Burnley issued a club statement which emphasised their stance that there is no place for racism in society and that anyone guilty of racist abuse should be investigated and punished.

Hull City v Chelsea - Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round

'Set fire to four points!' - Rosenior left fuming as Chelsea held

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior was left enraged as his side conceded a stoppage-time equaliser against Burnley on Saturday to drop points at home for the second successive game. The 41-year-old told reporters that it is "not good enough" for his side to simply play well and they must do more to see out victories - after dropping four points from winning positions against newly-promoted Leeds United and Burnley in consecutive Premier League games.

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Fofana's stupid red card costs Chelsea as Palmer goes missing

Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by relegation-battling Burnley on Saturday afternoon, with the 10-man Blues conceding an equaliser in the 93rd minute at Stamford Bridge. Liam Rosenior's men moved back into the Premier League's top four ahead of Manchester United on goal difference, though will feel they missed the chance to steal a march on their rivals for Champions League qualification.

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Why Estevao has been left out of Chelsea squad for Burnley clash

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Brazilian starlet Estevao Willian has been ruled out of Saturday's Premier League clash with Burnley at Stamford Bridge. The Blues head into the game against Scott Parker's strugglers aiming to take home all three points that will see them move into the top four ahead of Manchester United's match against Everton on Monday.

Chelsea FC v Arsenal - Barclays Women's Super League

Chelsea announce AI front-of-shirt sponsor

Chelsea have announced IFS, a new AI firm, as their front-of-shirt sponsor for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, "marking the beginning of a long-term collaboration". The Blues have not had a permanent sponsor since their deal with mobile phone operator Three expired in 2023.

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Grealish and Walker 'received drunk texts from Katie Price'

Jack Grealish and Kyle Walker apparently received drunk text messages from British media personality Katie Price, according to her ex boyfriend. JJ Slater, who was on the television show 'Married at First Sight', claimed the former 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!' star messaged the two England internationals behind his back while they were on holiday together in Cyprus back in October 2024.

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FSG's stance on Slot's future at Liverpool revealed

Arne Slot reportedly still has the backing of Liverpool owners FSG despite a downturn in results. The Reds were held to a 1-1 draw by relegation-threatened Burnley on Saturday afternoon, which extended their winless run to four matches. The pressure continues to mount on Slot, with the defending Premier League champions now 14 points off league leaders Arsenal.

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Slot addresses Anfield boos after Liverpool draw with Burnley

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has shared his thoughts after seeing his team booed off on Saturday after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Burnley in the Premier League. Dominik Szoboszlai wasted the chance to give the Reds the lead when he missed a penalty before Florian Wirtz opened the scoring. However, Burnley hit back through Marcus Edwards to earn Scott Parker's strugglers a point at Anfield.

Liverpool v Barnsley - Emirates FA Cup Third Round

Slot reveals Liverpool's transfer plans after Bradley injury blow

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has admitted that the club’s hierarchy is "aligned" on the challenges facing his squad following the devastating injury to Conor Bradley. The Northern Irish defender faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after a controversial incident involving Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli during the heated 0-0 draw at the Emirates. With the January window open, Slot has addressed the growing clamour for defensive reinforcements as his side prepares to face Burnley.

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Why Salah won't make immediate return to Liverpool after AFCON exit

Liverpool will have to wait a little while longer to welcome Mohamed Salah back at Anfield despite Egypt's Africa Cup of Nations exit at the hands of Senegal. The Pharoahs suffered semi-final heartbreak in Morocco on Wednesday night as Salah's former Reds co-star Sadio Mane fired home a clinical late winner to send his country to the final.

Macclesfield v Crystal Palace - Emirates FA Cup Third Round

FA Cup fourth round draw: Macclesfield in dreamland!

Macclesfield FC will welcome the Premier League's Brentford to their Moss Rose home in the next round of the 2025-26 FA Cup after the fourth round draw handed the non-league side another glamorous tie against top flight opposition. The Silkmen sensationally beat holders Crystal Palace in the third round to complete one of the greatest FA Cup shocks of all-time.

Burnley v Manchester United - Premier League

Man Utd boss bemused Kyle Walker wasn't sent off for stamp

Darren Fletcher was left bemused that Kyle Walker wasn't sent off for stamping on Patrick Dorgu during Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Burnley in midweek. Fletcher oversaw his first game as interim boss following Ruben Amorim's sacking on Monday as United failed to come away from Turf Moor with all the spoils. And after the midweek stalemate, the Scot was surprised Walker didn't see red.

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Man Utd fans accuse Walker of 'vicious' stamp on Dorgu

Manchester United fans are incensed that Burnley star Kyle Walker did not receive a red card for an apparent stamp on Patrick Dorgu. The former Manchester City full-back appeared to slam his right foot into the Dane's left hamstring without making contact with the ball in the 2-2 draw at Turf Moor on Wednesday. Now, United fans want the Football Association to take action over this "vicious" foul.

Manchester United v Bournemouth - Premier League

Bruno back for new Man Utd's new era after Amorim sacking

Bruno Fernandes is set to return from injury when Manchester United face Burnley on Wednesday in their first game since head coach Ruben Amorim was sacked. Former United midfielder Darren Fletcher is taking charge of the game as interim coach and he confirmed that the captain is in contention to play for the first time after suffering a muscle injury at Aston Villa on December 21.

Frequently asked questions

The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.

Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.

Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.

Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.

Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.

Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.

Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.

Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.

Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.

Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.

Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.