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Emegha praised for calming Strasbourg fans after loss

Diego Moreira hailed teammate Emanuel Emegha after the striker attempted to calm furious supporters following Strasbourg’s Conference League semi-final exit. Boos and insults echoed around Stade de la Meinau despite the club’s historic European run following their defeat to Spanish side Rayo Vallecano on home soil on Thursday.

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Chelsea & Strasbourg fans unite in protest against BlueCo

Chelsea supporters were joined by fans from French sister club RC Strasbourg in a massive protest against the BlueCo ownership group prior to Saturday's Premier League clash with Manchester United. The joint march represents a significant escalation in fan unrest as the multi-club ownership model comes under fire from both sides of the English Channel.

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Chelsea set to beat Bayern to another young talent

Chelsea are never afraid to act on signings outside of the traditional transfer window, and have beaten European giants Bayern Munich to a new defender. Chelsea have reportedly secured their next major young addition by winning the race for a highly-rated talent, Valentin Barco. The versatile Argentine, who has been starring in Ligue 1, is set to arrive at Stamford Bridge this summer.

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Messi at Chelsea?! Blues aim to fast-track move for youngster

Chelsea are reportedly fast-tracking their plans to integrate French sensation Rayane Messi into their first-team setup as Europe’s elite begin to circle. The 18-year-old winger, currently developing within the BlueCo multi-club network, has emerged as a primary target for several continental heavyweights. Despite the fierce competition, the Stamford Bridge hierarchy remains determined to protect their prized asset and accelerate his pathway to the Premier League.

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Coelho reveals why he snubbed Chelsea for Strasbourg

Strasbourg assistant coach Filipe Coelho has opened up on his decision to reject a move to Chelsea earlier this year. The Portuguese coach was heavily linked with a return to Stamford Bridge when Liam Rosenior left the Ligue 1 outfit to take over the reins from Enzo Maresca in London, but Coelho opted to remain at the Stade de la Meinau to serve under new boss Gary O'Neil.

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Ex-France manager slams 'useless' Endrick after Lyon loss

The honeymoon period for Endrick in France appears to be well and truly over. Despite a sensational start to life at Lyon, the Real Madrid loanee found himself at the centre of a storm following a dismal performance in a 3-1 defeat to Strasbourg on Sunday. The 19-year-old, who previously looked untouchable in Ligue 1, was hauled through the coals by former France national team manager Raymond Domenech, who did not hold back in his assessment of the Brazilian's contributions at the Stade de la Meinau.

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Vardy's 'crazy' pre-match routine confirmed by Chilwell

Jamie Vardy has long been established as one of the most unique characters in English football history, but new revelations from a former teammate have shed light on the sheer scale of his unconventional lifestyle. The Leicester City legend has never made a secret of his affinity for energy drinks. However, current Strasbourg defender Ben Chilwell has now detailed just how extreme the striker's habits became during their shared time at the King Power Stadium.

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Endrick gets a dressing down! Lyon boss will 'talk' to Brazil teen

Endrick’s highly anticipated loan spell at Lyon hit a major stumbling block this weekend. After arriving from Real Madrid with immense expectations, the Brazilian prodigy initially took Ligue 1 by storm. However, Sunday's lacklustre display against Strasbourg caused some concern, leaving manager Paulo Fonseca thoroughly unimpressed as he searches for immediate tactical solutions to unlock the teenager.

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📽️ | Greenwood stars for Marseille in frustrating draw

Marseille suffered more frustration, in what has become a difficult period for the club, when throwing away a two-goal lead in their 2-2 draw with Strasbourg. The contest was their first since seeing Roberto De Zerbi relieved of his managerial duties. Inspiration is required from somewhere, as OM try to restore some stability, and Mason Greenwood is doing his best to provide that.

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Drama at Greenwood's Marseille as fans storm presidential suites

A turbulent period for Marseille has delivered more drama, with disgruntled supporters trying to storm presidential suites at Stade Velodrome. A furious stampede took place following a 2-2 draw with Strasbourg in Ligue 1. Said contest saw Mason Greenwood among the goals again, but Marseille threw away a commanding lead to drop two points in dramatic fashion.

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Chelsea's merry-go-round! Blues recall Sarr as Anselmino heads to Strasbourg

Chelsea are set to execute a complex triple transfer shuffle with sister club Strasbourg as the January window reaches its climax. The Blues have decided to recall highly-rated defender Mamadou Sarr, viewing him as a key part of their long-term project. In a direct exchange of resources, Argentinian prospect Aaron Anselmino and striker David Datro Fofana will head to France on loan for the remainder of the campaign to aid the Ligue 1 side.

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Chelsea BLOCK Anselmino return to Dortmund over public comments

Chelsea have reportedly decided against sending Aaron Anselmino back to Borussia Dortmund on loan as they did not appreciate comments made by the Bundesliga club during his initial spell in Germany. The Blues opted to recall Anselmino midway through his season-long stint at Dortmund earlier this month, much to the surprise of BVB and the player himself.

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Chelsea send top prospect to River Plate as Strasbourg loan ends

Chelsea have reached a full agreement to send teenage sensation Kendry Paez on loan to River Plate after cutting short his spell in Ligue 1. The 18-year-old has been recalled from Strasbourg to join the Argentine giants immediately, with the Blues sanctioning the move to ensure their prized asset secures regular first-team football under Marcelo Gallardo.

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Ancelotti's son applied to succeed Rosenior at Strasbourg

Carlo Ancelotti's son, Davide, reportedly put his name forward for the Strasbourg managerial role after Liam Rosenior's move to Chelsea. The former Botafogo boss is said to have been keen on the coaching position but was eventually pipped to the post by ex-Wolves manager Gary O'Neil. It seems the 36-year-old does not want to be out in the coaching wilderness for a while.

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Chilwell sends emotional message to new Chelsea boss Rosenior

Ben Chilwell has told Liam Rosenior he is joining an "amazing club" as his ex-Strasbourg boss prepares to take the reins at his former side Chelsea. Rosenior has been named as the Blues' new head coach following Enzo Maresca's acrimonious exit, and the move has prompted Chilwell to bid him a heartfelt farewell as the English coach leaves the Ligue 1 outfit behind.

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Strasbourg fans call out ‘humiliating subservience to Chelsea’

Frustrated Strasbourg fans have called out the club’s “humiliating subservience to Chelsea” after seeing head coach Liam Rosenior take the reins at Stamford Bridge. The highly-rated 41-year-old has signed a long-term contract in west London after seeing his stock rise while working with one of the Blues’ sister clubs in Ligue 1. Those left behind in France are unimpressed at how that managerial merry-go-round played out.

Frequently asked questions

Nel mese di agosto 1920 nasce il Football Club Empoli e la sezione calcistica Unione Sportiva Empolese: dopo il torneo di San Miniato le due squadre si fondono per dare vita all'attuale squadra toscana.

L'imprenditore Fabrizio Corsi è il presidente dell'Empoli. Nato in città, fa parte di una famiglia attiva in regione nel settore dell'industria della pelle e dell'alta moda. A 31 anni, nel 1991, ha acquistato il club.

L'Empoli gioca le partite casalinghe nello stadio dedicato a Carlo Castellani, morto prematuramente nel 1944 al campo di concentramento di Gusen. Dal 2023 l'impianto viene chiamato anche Computer Gross, in virtù della partnership con l'azienda.

Lo stadio Castellani, impianto che ospita le partite interne dell'Empoli, può contenere 16.800 spettatori. In particolare la struttura è formata da due tribune fisse e da due curve in prefabbricato.

Promosso in Serie A per la prima volta nel 1996/1997, l'Empoli non ha mai vinto un trofeo. Il miglior risultato in campionato della squadra toscana è il settimo posto della stagione 2006/2007.

L'Empoli gioca in azzurro in virtù del colore del gonfalone cittadino. Il colore domina nel simbolo della città toscana sin dagli anni '20 del secolo scorso.

Francesco 'Ciccio' Tavano è il giocatore che ha segnato più goal con la maglia dell'Empoli. In 312 partite disputate con il club toscano, l'ex attaccante ha siglato 120 reti nelle varie competizioni.

Davide Moro è il giocatore che ha disputato più partite con la maglia dell'Empoli. L'ex centrocampista ha messo insieme 325 partite nei vari tornei. Il record in Serie A è invece di Buscè con 164.

Rispetto ad altre squadre di Serie A e in generale professionistiche, l'Empoli non ha svariati soprannomi, se non il colore della maglia conc ui gioca, ovvero gli azzurri.

L'Empoli ha giocato la sua storia soprattutto tra Serie B, Serie C e Serie A, ma diverse decine di fa ha militato anche in Serie D. L'ultima annata in quarta serie (sette in totale) è del 1963.

L'Empoli ha giocato in Europa solamente una volta nella sua storia, ovvero al termine della stagione 2006/2007. Dopo il settimo posto del torneo, giocò infatti il primo turno di Coppa UEFA/Europa League.

Torò Di Natale è il giocatore dell'Empoli con più partite con la Nazionale italiana, 4. Hanno dato il proprio contributo nel corso della storia anche Maccarone e Valdifiori, rispettivamente con due e una gara. Rugani è stato convocati ai tempi del club toscano, senza però esordire.

Nonostante non abbia mai vinto un torneo con la prima squadra, l'Empoli ha comunque conquistato delle competizioni giovanili. I toscani hanno fatto loro due Campionati Primavera, una Coppa Italia di categoria e un torneo Viareggio.

Gaetano Salvemini, alla guida dell'Empoli tra il 1978 e il 1981 e di nuovo dal 1985 al 1988, ha il record di panchine nella storia del club toscano, 200.

Luca Antonini e Felice Piccolo sono gli unici giocatori riusciti a segnare un goal con la maglia dell'Empoli in Europa, nella Coppa UEFA annata 2007/2008.