Chelsea beat Swansea to keep pace with leaders

Eden Hazard’s 29th minute strike was enough to see Chelsea beat Swansea City, and secure a fifth win in seven league games for Jose Mourinho’s men. The Blues remain two points off the top of the Premier League after Arsenal moved back into first place following a 3-1 win over West Ham United. Manchester City

Blues set to rotate for Swansea clash

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is likely to rotate his squad for this afternoon’s game against Swansea City with Sunday’s clash with Liverpool in mind. Ashley Cole could be recalled at left-back, while Michael Essien is available after serving a one-match suspension. The Blues are currently in fourth place, and sit two points behind leaders Liverpool,

Ba goal seals Blues victory and top spot in Group E

2012 winners Chelsea secured their place in the knockout stages of this seasons Champions League with a narrow victory over Steaua Bucharest at Stamford Bridge yesterday evening. Demba Ba’s goal on ten minutes was enough to secure victory for Jose Mourinho’s men, who will find out their opponents in the last sixteen – one from

Luiz out of Stoke clash

Chelsea remain without centre back David Luiz for tomorrow afternoon’s trip to Stoke City. The Brazilian is still struggling with a knee problem though his international teammate Oscar has recovered from an ankle knock but may still be rested. Cameroon international Samuel Eto’o is available after missing the Blues’ last two games with a groin

Cahill relishing Poland clash

Gary Cahill has told The FA’s official website that he is looking forward to this evening’s crucial World Cup qualifier at Wembley, where England take on Poland. The Chelsea defender is in line to win his 21st full international cap this evening, and is set to come up against one of the hottest properties in

Chelsea lose unbeaten league run

Chelsea suffered their first Premier League loss of the season as they fell to a 1-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday evening. A goal from birthday boy Steven Naismith on the stroke of half-time secured all three points for the Toffees, to give Roberto Martinez his first league victory since taking charge

Mourniho blocked Ba move to Arsenal

Jose Mourinho has revealed that he blocked Demba Ba’s proposed move to Arsenal after the Gunners completed the signing of Germany international Mezut Ozil, the Metro understands. The Blues boss believes that by signing the midfielder, who he worked with for three years at the Bernabeu, the North London club have emerged as title contenders.

Chelsea loan Lukaku to Everton

Chelsea did not make any additions to their squad on transfer deadline day, though they did sent a number of their players out on loan. The most notable of those to secure a temporary move away from Stamford Bridge was striker Romelu Lukaku, who has moved to Everton for the remainder of the season. The

Chelsea bid for Rooney rejected

Chelsea have seen an opening bid for Wayne Rooney rejected by Manchester United, the Mirror understands. It is reported that the Blues have offered £10m plus a player, thought to be either David Luiz or Juan Mata for the England international, who’s days with the Premier League champions appear to be numbered. The 27 year