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Chelsea aren't done yet! Enzo keeps Blues' season alive

Manager-less Chelsea earned the right to salvage something from their waning season by battling past Leeds in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley on Sunday, courtesy of Enzo Fernandez's first-half header. Interim head coach Calum McFarlane can now prepare to lead his side out against Manchester City in the showpiece in May.

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Calvert-Lewin ESCAPES red for Cucurella hair-pull

Dominic Calvert-Lewin found himself at the centre of a refereeing storm during Leeds United's FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea at Wembley. The striker appeared to pull the hair of Blues defender Marc Cucurella, yet escaped any formal punishment despite a lengthy VAR review. The incident comes just two weeks after Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez was sent off for the same offence on Calvert-Lewin in a Premier League clash against Leeds.

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Lampard addresses Chelsea links following Rosenior sacking

Frank Lampard has reaffirmed his commitment to Coventry City following suggestions he could be targeted for a sensational third stint at Chelsea. After leading the Sky Blues to the Championship title and Premier League promotion, the Blues legend insisted he is focused on his current success rather than the vacancy left by Liam Rosenior’s sacking.

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'Free to go' - Fabregas given green light to become next Chelsea boss

Como president Mirwan Suwarso has confirmed that Cesc Fabregas is "free to go" to Chelsea if he wishes to take over at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, the Blues have identified their former midfield star as a top target. Despite his stake in the Italian club, the path is now clear for Fabregas to return to West London.

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Cesc or Iraola the only options for manager-less Chelsea

In the wake of Liam Rosenior's all-too-predictable sacking, Chelsea's search for a new head coach could and perhaps should come down to a choice between two Spanish tacticians. Andoni Iraola and Cesc Fabregas are the two leading candidates for the role - a result of the fine work they have done at overachieving Bournemouth and Como, respectively. However, as the Blues' owners face a defining appointment of their turbulent reign, who would be the right choice?

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Spent £1.5bn to go backwards! Carragher savages Boehly & BlueCo

Jamie Carragher has launched a scathing attack on Chelsea's ownership, claiming the club has been transformed from a trophy-winning machine into a failed and expensive experiment. Writing in the wake of Liam Rosenior becoming the fifth permanent managerial casualty in four years, the pundit argues that the Blues now require new owners more than a new head coach.

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Chelsea urged to snub Fabregas & hire 'harsh' La Liga coach

Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has called on the club's hierarchy to appoint Diego Simeone as their next permanent head coach to end the ongoing crisis at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior after just 106 days, Gallas believes only a disciplined leader can transform the current squad into a group of "warriors".

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Man City hold 'positive talks' over Maresca succeeding Pep

Manchester City have reportedly held "positive talks" over a move for former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca. With Pep Guardiola's future still the subject of intense speculation as he enters the final months of his current contract, the club management is beginning to formulate a succession plan that could see a familiar face return to the Etihad Stadium.

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Fabregas urged to steer clear of Chelsea 'nightmare'

Como boss Cesc Fabregas has emerged as a contender for the vacant managerial post at Chelsea, but he has been sternly warned to avoid the "nightmare" situation at his old club. Former Blues midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes the Spaniard should wait for a return to Barcelona rather than step into the chaos at Stamford Bridge.

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Lampard's links with Chelsea return addressed by Coventry owner

Coventry City owner Doug King believes Frank Lampard has finally found his "happy place" after leading the Sky Blues back to the Premier League. The Chelsea legend’s stock as a manager is at an all-time high after securing the Championship title, sparking inevitable talk of a third stint at Stamford Bridge following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior.

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Man City consider sensational move for Enzo Fernandez

Manchester City are reportedly weighing up a sensational summer move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez. City are searching for reinforcements in the heart of the engine room and while Fernandez remains a key figure at Stamford Bridge, the club's interest could test Chelsea's resolve during the upcoming transfer window.

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Rosenior, Tudor & the 10 worst EPL managerial tenures ever

To paraphrase the great Homer Simpson, it is not only easy to criticise, but fun, too. It is quite simple to sit and judge from this ivory tower, but hey, that's football after all, merely a game of opinions. Being a Premier League manager must be one of the loneliest gigs in the world, particularly when results are wayward and your job security is the subject of international speculation.

Frequently asked questions

La Fiorentina è stata nata nel 1926 per mano del marchese Luigi Ridolfi Vay da Verrazzano come Associazione Calcio Firenze, poi denominata Associazione Fiorentina del Calcio nel 1927 e dunque Associazione Calcio Fiorentina.

Rocco Commisso è il presidente e proprietario della Fiorentina. Dirigente e imprenditore italo-americano, ha acquisito la società viola nel 2019.

La Fiorentina gioca le sue partite interne allo Stadio Franchi di Firenze. Prende il nome da Artemio Franchi, fiorentino ex presidente di FIGC e UEFA.

L'Artemio Franchi ha una capienza di 43.325 posti a sedere. Si tratta dell'impianto più grande della Toscana e uno dei più grandi d'Italia.

La Fiorentina ha vinto due Scudetti nella propria storia, ultimo dei quali nel 1969. Il primo storico titolo della Serie A era arrivato invece nel 1956.

La Fiorentina ha vinto la Coppa delle Coppe nel 1961, unico grande trofeo internazionale della sua storia. La Viola è anche arrivata in finale di Champions nel 1957.

Nel 2009/2010 la Fiorentina ha giocato la sua ultima stagione di Champions League. All'epoca venne eliminata dal Bayern Monaco negli ottavi di finale.

La Fiorentina ha vinto dieci trofei nella sua storia, di cui sei edizioni della Coppa Italia. L'ultimo titolo, proprio una Coppa Italia, risale al 2000/2001.

La Fiorentina gioca in viola da quando affrontò in amichevole, nel 1928, gli ungheresi dell'Ujpesti, che indossavano proprio bianco e viola. Quest'ultimo non è il colore ufficiale di Firenze, in realtà bianco e rosso, ovvero i primi utilizzati dalla squadra.

La Fiorentina ha come simbolo un giglio rosso, ovvero quello distintivo di Firenze. Questo è derivanta dallo stemma araldico di Ugo di Toscana, inserito in uno scudo con sfondo argento.

Kurt Hamrin è il giocatore che ha segnato più reti con la maglia della Fiorentina. Tra il 1958 e il 1967 ha messo insieme 208 goal, mentre Batistuta si è fermato a 207.

Giancarlo Antognoni è il giocatore con più partite giocate in maglia Fiorentina. Il leggendario capitano ha 429 presenze con la squadra toscana tra il 1972 e il 1987.

Fulvio Bernardini è l'allenatore rimasto più tempo a Firenze. Dal 1953 al 1958 ha guidato la squadra toscana, dal 1952 al 1958. C'era lui in panchina per il primo Scudetto dei viola.

La Fiorentina ha quasi sempre giocato in Serie A, ma ha militato anche in B e in C. Nel 2002/2003 ha fatto parte della C2, e in Serie B in sette stagioni nel corso dei decenni.

Retrocessa in Serie B nel 2002, la Fiorentina riparte dalla Serie C2 per inadempienze finanziarie. All'epoca venne rifondata col nome di Florentia Viola, per poi riprendere l'originale nome un anno più tardi.