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Chelsea injury update as Palmer sent off in Tottenham defeat
Tottenham beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge, with Mike Penders punching a corner into his own net and Mathys Tel adding a solo second. Cole Palmer was sent off for a second yellow after earlier escaping a red card. Chelsea had started without the injured Joao Pedro, while Spurs lost James Maddison to injury early in the second half.
25 Oct 2026
25 Oct 2026
Chelsea Tottenham defeat lays bare midfield and goalkeeping problems
Chelsea lost 2-0 at home to Tottenham, with a Mike Penders own goal and a late Mathys Tel strike deciding the match. Cole Palmer was sent off for a second yellow after earlier escaping a straight red, and Gary Neville described Chelsea as awful and out-coached. Chelsea face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday with goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez injured.
24 Oct 2026
Xabi Alonso Chelsea project will take time, manager tells Jamie Carragher
Xabi Alonso told Jamie Carragher that timing, not prior connection, drew him to Chelsea, and that the project may take several years to deliver Premier League and Champions League football. He described close communication with the ownership and sporting directors, a more sophisticated Premier League than the one he played in, and the influence of Benitez, Mourinho, Ancelotti and Guardiola on his coaching.
23 Oct 2026
Tottenham vs Chelsea prediction heads weekend card market
Lewis Jones of Sky Sports has made the Tottenham vs Chelsea cards market his headline selection for the weekend, backing Levi Colwill to be booked at 4/1. He also favours Aston Villa double chance against Manchester City, Brighton draw no bet at Liverpool, and Bournemouth draw no bet at Manchester United.
17 Oct 2026
Reece James Injury Forces Chelsea Midfield Shift Under Xabi Alonso
Reece James faces months out following knee surgery, forcing Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso to reconfigure his midfield. The tactical combination of Moises Caicedo and Jordan Henderson provided central stability in a 5-1 win over Bournemouth.
6 Oct 2026
Premier League 2026/27 Predictions: Sky Sports Supercomputer Projects Title Race, European Spots, and Standings
Sky Sports has updated its Premier League supercomputer predictions and expected (xG) standings for the 2026/27 season. Based on 10,000 simulations factoring in form, fixture congestion, and underlying chance metrics, the model evaluates the battle for the title among Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool, the top-four push featuring Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Aston Villa, and the relegation fight.
5 Oct 2026
WSL Round-Up: Chelsea Take Top Spot as London City Lionesses Route Tottenham
Chelsea moved to the top of the Women's Super League standings with a 3-0 win over West Ham, while London City Lionesses thrashed Tottenham 6-1. Everton edged Birmingham behind a Ruby Mace brace, and Brighton dominated Charlton 5-1.
28 Sept 2026
Barcelona Monitor Estevao Situation at Chelsea as Joao Felix Eyes European Return
Barcelona are closely monitoring Estevao's situation at Chelsea amid reports of frustration over playing time, while Al Nassr forward Joao Felix dreams of a return to European football with the Catalan club.
26 Sept 2026
Cole Palmer Withdraws From England Camp: Thomas Tuchel Questions Availability Pattern
Cole Palmer has withdrawn from the England squad due to injury, marking his second fitness-related exit under Thomas Tuchel. The England manager expressed frustration over the Chelsea forward's recurring absences, emphasizing that attacking midfield roles will be filled by available alternatives including Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers.
18 Sept 2026
Arsenal Target Eli Junior Kroupi and Kevin Schade Ahead of January Transfer Window
Arsenal have placed Eli Junior Kroupi and Kevin Schade on their target list ahead of the January window. Elsewhere, Chelsea are exploring a £69m move for Nico Williams, while Michael Carrick retains the support of the Manchester United hierarchy.
18 Sept 2026
Xabi Alonso Details Chelsea Structural Shift: 'An Update Rather Than a Reset'
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has defined his team's transition as an update rather than a full reset following a 10th-place finish last season. Alonso also confirmed forward Joao Pedro remains in contention to face Brentford on Friday despite withdrawing from international duty with Brazil.
17 Sept 2026
Carabao Cup Fourth-Round Draw: Liverpool Host Chelsea as Arsenal Visit Fleetwood Town
Liverpool will host Chelsea in the marquee tie of the Carabao Cup fourth round, while Arsenal travel to League Two side Fleetwood Town. The fourth-round matches are scheduled to take place during the week commencing October 26.
