Alyssa Thompson has started to establish herself at Chelsea following a club-record move from Angel City this summer.The USNWT attacker had to remain patient for opportunities with the Blues, but

We’re sure Lavia’s ongoing issues have meant they’ve always been concerned, and this latest issue won’t have changed much. The real frustration this season has been that Dario Essugo has not been able to play a minute of first team football thanks to an injury of his own.

Rüdiger departed Chelsea when his contract expired in 2022 after the sanctions on former owner Roman Abramovich banned the Blues from continuing negotiations, although the Germany international has admitted talks over an extension were proving challenging well before the takeover uncertainty began.

Chelsea will entertain Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge this Saturday night as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Blues were held to a 2-2 draw away at

Dave Fallows has worked for Newcastle, Manchester City and Liverpool, and is now part of a five-strong leadership group at Stamford Bridge

Shots from Catarina Macario and Wieke Kaptein could have well put Chelsea two or even three goals in front of the hosts in less than 15 minutes of play. Instead, we saw Arsenal adjusting to our game plan and making dangerous inroads that forced a few too many Hannah Hampton interventions before the first half came to an end.

Chelsea have made UEFA aware of alleged racist abuse directed at “a number” of the club’s players during Wednesday’s Youth League meeting with Qarabağ in Azerbaijan.

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