‘Can’t wait’: Sam Kerr’s big hint on return to football
After nearly a year on the sidelines with a serious knee injury, Matildas superstar Sam Kerr is finally eyeing a return. Check out the latest.
Chelsea
EPL Wrap: City fire title warning, new Chelsea coach axes stars
Pep Guardiola praised Manchester City’s attitude to defy a disrupted pre-season and get their Premier League title defence off to a winning start by beating Chelsea 2-0. Read the full wrap.
City, Chelsea face relegation after bombshell
The English Premier League has been plunged into chaos after a move to dock a club 10 points prompted a wave of fear, anger and confusion.
Poch’s time may already be running out at struggling Chelsea
Chelsea are a lowly 14th on the Premier League table, just four points above the relegation zone, after one win in their first six matches. How much patience will be shown to manager Mauricio Pochettino?
Model used 21 numbers to stalk footballer
Staggering details have emerged in court about the actions of an Instagram model who told a footballer to “beware” her alter ego.
‘Mystery man’ Ange linked to football giant
Australian coach Ange postecoglou has been unmasked as the “mystery man” linked to one of the biggest clubs in world football.
Premier League carnage as Potter, Rodgers sacked
Graham Potter has been sacked as Chelsea manager after just seven months at the EPL giant, while Brendan Rodgers has also paid the price for a poor run at Leicester City.
Football star floored by brutal KO kick
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta was sent tumbling to the turf by a horror kick to the face in his side’s Premier League loss.
Football bans offensive two-word chant
English football officials have promised to take action against clubs whose fans sing a chant about Chelsea players that is homophobic.
Coach handshake sparks wild scenes
There was zero love lost after one of the most intense handshakes you’ll ever see following Tottenham and Chelsea’s controversial clash.
Sam Kerr wins football’s ‘highest honour’
Aussie superstar Sam Kerr has won yet another prestigious football award after she was recognised by her peers for her success.
Filthy rich Russian begs for $1m to survive
Filthy rich Russian Roman Abramovich is reportedly grovelling to his celebrity friends for handouts as his life continues to fall apart.
$19b oligarch suddenly becomes the hunted
Sharks are circling Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, who is suddenly reeling from $2.7 billion slap in the face.
‘He’s terrified’: $19b Russian accepts fate
Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich’s doomsday has already arrived with the powerful figure facing a $4 billion fire sale.
Russian oligarch gives up club in sudden fall
One of the most powerful men in football has sensationally walked away from his English team amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Sam Kerr in running for prestigious award
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has been nominated for the most prestigious award in world football in recognition of a sensational season.
Sickening moment mars Euro final
Arguably the world’s best player was left in tears after he was brutally knocked out of the Champions League final between Chelsea and Man City.
Kerr going to Champions League final
Matildas superstar Sam Kerr has already won one title with Chelsea this year and now will look to win one of the biggest matches in football.
Two clubs still standing in Super League
Another dramatic day in European football has left just two clubs standing in the Super League as UEFA ponders punishing the rest.
World reacts to shock football breakaway
There’s been a swift and savage reaction to the proposed Super League which has rocked world football, including from Prince William.
Football in turmoil after ‘disgusting’ move
The international careers of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi could be over after the world of football was tipped on its head.
All over? Cryptic tweet after shock sub
The future of Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah is in doubt after his manager posted a cryptic tweet during the Reds’ latest defeat.
Football world rocked by ‘ludicrous’ move
Chelsea icon Frank Lampard has been brutally sacked as manager of the powerhouse club after less than two seasons in the role.
English football move ‘morally wrong’
Despite more than 150 positive tests across its top leagues in recent weeks, English football continues to plough on.
EPL rips up $1 billion China TV contract
The English Premier League has terminated its contract with Chinese streaming service PPTV — its largest international broadcast deal.
Chaos unfolds as fans take over streets
Arsenal fans flooded the streets in front of their home stadium, covering the sky in red flares as they celebrated a famous victory.
EPL transfers: What does your club need?
The English Premier League transfer season is upon us and every team — outside of runaway premiership winners Liverpool — needs to improve.
Which EPL teams will qualify for Europe?
The race to Europe is hotting up in the Premier League and it’s still wide open for multiple teams with only a couple of rounds to play.
Lampard’s warning for ‘arrogant’ Liverpool
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard got into a heated confrontation with Liverpool’s manager, and offered a bitter word of warning after the match.
Wild scenes on epic day in England
English football fans ignored police warnings to party their hearts out as Liverpool and Leeds lifted long-awaited championship trophies.
Keeper mocked after Man Utd’s Cup exit
David De Gea allowed shots from Olivier Giroud and Mason Mount to beat him as Chelsea ended United’s 19-game unbeaten streak.
Chelsea were ‘kidded’ by $97m flop
He was at one point the most threatening striker in the Premier League, but Liverpool knew Fernando Torres was a “shadow of his former self” in 2011.
Peerless Liverpool extend massive EPL lead
Record-breaking Liverpool have extended their lead at the top of the table to a yawning 16 points, while Chelsea and Manchester United secured comfortable wins in the race for the top four.
‘Welcome to England’: Kerr cops brutal introduction
She was wiped out by a tackle that earned her opponent a red card, but Sam Kerr shrugged it off as “taking one for the team” before she bounced back to kick off her Chelsea career with a win. WATCH THE VIDEO
Liverpool kids sink Everton, Lucas rescues Spurs
A second half stunner from teenager Curtis Jones sent Anfield into ecstasy, while Chelsea also tasted success but Tottenham had to settle for a draw with Middlesborough and another Premier League club was bundled out of the competition.
Liverpool continue hot streak as Chelsea burn Arsenal
Liverpool have ridden their luck – with a slice of VAR good fortune – to move 13 points clear at the top of the Premier League, while Arsenal were left stunned by a late Chelsea comeback.
Late to training? That’ll cost you $40,000…
Late to training? Hiding an injury? That’ll cost you big time if you’re playing under Frank Lampard at Premier League powerhouse Chelsea – with details of his fine system leaked.
Chelsea ban one fan for life for using ‘racially abusive’ language
Chelsea have permanently banned one supporter from Stamford Bridge for the use of racially abusive language and threatening and aggressive behaviour during last season’s home game with Manchester City.
Frank’s back! Lampard named new Chelsea manager
Chelsea hero Frank Lampard has returned to the club where he made his name, this time as manager.
Mane delivers as Liverpool put heat on Man City
Liverpool are back on top of the Premier League ladder but Chelsea’s hopes of a strong finish nosedived with a shock loss.
Chelsea goalie axed after substitution fiasco
Kepa Arrizabalaga has been dropped by Maurizio Sarri for Chelsea’s clash with Tottenham after his refusal to leave the field in the League Cup final.
Chelsea cop transfer ban for underage deals
FIFA has banned Premier League club Chelsea from signing new players in the next two transfer windows as punishment for breaking rules on registering underage players.
Sublime Man City humiliate Chelsea
Sergio Aguero grabbed a hat-trick as Manchester City scored four times inside 25 minutes to thrash Chelsea 6-0 and leapfrog Liverpool again to top spot in the Premier League.
One foot out the door! Are Chelsea ditching the right striker?
Olivier Giroud appears on the brink of leaving Chelsea just a year after moving from Arsenal — but are the Blues binning off the wrong striker?
Chelsea’s $550k-a-week plan to keep Hazard away from Real
CHELSEA are set to offer one of their top players a huge contract deal to keep him at the club – and the insane figure is sure to upset the other teams after his signature.
Chelsea’s radical initiative to combat racism at the club
RACISM is still rife within the Premier League and the Blues have thought of a new eye-opening plan to educate fans and combat the issue.
‘I don’t want to lie’: Blues star casts fresh doubt over future
JUST as he was beginning to hit the ground running, a Chelsea hero has reignited his interest in joining his favourite childhood club.
‘Ryder Cup-esque’: Reds star punishes former club
JUST when we thought it was going to be the Eden Hazard show, a familiar face to Blues fans decided to show up.
Watch: Hazard magic ends Reds’ perfect start
EDEN Hazard came off the bench to fire Chelsea into the last 16 of the League Cup with a 2-1 victory at Anfield and inflict Liverpool’s first defeat of the season in all competitions.
‘Wow. What a manager he is’: Klopp in awe of ‘impressive’ gaffer
LIVERPOOL may be top of the table in the Premier League, but boss Jurgen Klopp says he cannot see a big difference at the moment between the Reds and Chelsea.
GRAPHIC: ‘14 metal skull plates’: Ex-Spurs man reveals extent of ‘excruciating’ injury
The former Hull City and Spurs midfielder had to retire last year after the terrible head collision which resulted in a fractured skull.
Billionaire Blues owner sets record-breaking price tag for ‘beloved club’
STUNNING reports claim Chelsea’s Russian billionaire owner Roman Abramovich is willing to part ways with his beloved club if the price is right.
Five things we learned: Reds’ immense depth, Blues’ lack of firepower
LIVERPOOL proved once again why they’re such a formidable force this season, while Chelsea struggled to put their frightening array of attacking talent to use.
Controversy as Gunners Cech-mate Everton
A FIFTH straight win. A first clean sheet. Things are really starting to click for Arsenal under new coach Unai Emery, with even Petr Cech playing a starring role against Everton.
Key Premier League transfers and deadline day deals
THE Premier League transfer window has slammed shut with Everton the big winners on the final day ahead of the start of the season. Check out the major signings.
Will Man City have it all their own way? (Probably)
MANAGERIAL changes, new signings, off-field upheaval and a shortened transfer window all make the start of this Premier League season something of a step into the unknown.
Former Blues boss set to sue club as toxic fall out continues
ANTONIO Conte is set to take legal action against Chelsea over damage to his career and loss of future earnings following his sacking by the Premier League club.
New Blues boss brings club legend back home to Chelsea
MAURIZIO Sarri has named a familiar face as his new assistant coach at Chelsea.
Real snubbed in sensational $355m chase for World Cup pair
CHELSEA have rejected a huge bid from Real Madrid on the grounds that one of their star men is not for sale.
Chelsea finally sack Conte
ANTONIO Conte’s protracted divorce from Chelsea was finalized on Friday when he was fired after a two-year tenure in which he won the Premier League and FA Cup but failed to gain the power he craved at the London club.
‘Shambles’: Carra’s scathing Chelsea demolition
EX-LIVERPOOL defender Jamie Carragher has delivered a scathing verdict on Chelsea and Antonio Conte after the Blues were smashed 4-1 by Watford on Tuesday morning.
Chelsea suffers hefty Kante injury blow
CHELSEA manager Antonio Conte says N’Golo Kante will be sidelined for three weeks, taking in some big games, after suffering a hamstring injury on international duty.
Chelsea’s greatest EPL XI
REINVENTED in the Premier League era, Chelsea are the definition of a modern English football club, and they have had some true world-class players. Find out who made the cut.
Manchester’s breathless start to EPL marathon
IN the opening five games, the top two have each scored 16 goals already. The EPL title race has only just begun but who the hell can keep up with this pace?
Déjà vu all over again for EPL rivals
ARSENAL lose at Stoke, Liverpool can’t defend set pieces, more Wembley woes for Spurs and Jose Mourinho has a title in his sights … as you were, then.
Chelsea hit self-destruct ahead of Spurs test
EARLY TACKLE: The Premier League was back with a bang last weekend. Or, in Chelsea’s case, an implosion. And it’s entirely the champions’ own fault.
Five things we learned from EPL opening round
THE Premier League returned with bang this weekend as Arsenal thrilled, Chelsea choked and one Manchester giant showed they’d learnt their lesson.
Every EPL club’s transfer business rated
IT has been another busy off-season for Premier League clubs — we review who has spent wisely and who still has business to do.
The only EPL preview you probably need
EPL SEASON PREVIEW: The drama of the Premier League returns for a 26th edition this weekend with the stakes – and transfer fees – higher than ever.
EPL 2017-18: bold predictions and blind guesses
SPOTTER’S GUIDE: Forget forecasting who will win the thing: these are the stories ‘guaranteed’ to happen this year. *Includes the ‘winner’ of the sack race.
Chelsea star drops bombshell
CHELSEA lifted the Premier League title just a fortnight ago, but they could be about to force a huge star out the door.
Spurs’ glory game needs a silver lining
THIS electric Tottenham side have proved themselves better than fading Arsenal. Their ambitions should now be much higher than clearing that low bar.
Liverpool’s last chance to save their season?
ARE Chelsea poised to effectively end Liverpool’s season or can Jurgen Klopp’s ‘wounded animals’ end Anfield losing streak and revive their title ambitions?
EPL Late Tackle: Title fight now a top-four scrap
IF you had any doubts about where this Premier League title was going, this weekend fixed that. It’s Chelsea’s to lose while everyone else tears chunks out of each other.
Star axed in explosive Chelsea fallout
DIEGO Costa’s future at PL leader Chelsea has been plunged into doubt, with their top scorer axed for this weekend amid news of a gigantic offer from abroad.
EPL Late Tackle: The team to stop Chelsea
THE Premier League title race is developing into an all-star slugfest. But there is really only one team who have what it takes to halt Chelsea’s charge.
Insane Chelsea raid: $670 for taking a shower
CHELSEA is about to become the latest victim of Chinese football’s new-found wealth, with a bid for a player (not even first-choice) that is just ridiculous.
Why Chelsea star Oscar could face Wanderers
FOR more than four years he has played in the upper reaches of the EPL – but now Brazil international Oscar is poised to tackle the Wanderers in Campbelltown.
Jose’s ugly divorce could make Chelsea champs
THE Bridge has been rebuilt and Antonio Conte is using Jose Mourinho’s DIY disaster for his own grand design. And the Blues are in love all over again.
Another Football Podcast: a tale of two cities
PODCAST: Round 10 of the A-League sees Sydney v Melbourne squared. Tom Smithies and Matt Windley preview the fixtures and assess the EPL title race.
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