Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca’s five selection headaches that expose the Blues’ chaos
In the space of just under a week, Chelsea have been knocked out of the FA Cup and overtaken in the race for Champions League qualification, dropping to sixth in the Premier League table.
As a result of back-to-back defeats to Brighton - the latter a humiliating 3-0 demolition - pressure has begun to mount on head coach Enzo Maresca, whose young side has won just two of their last nine league games.
Chelsea news: Chelsea’s striker gamble backfires as Nicolas Jackson’s injury exposes attacking crisis
Chelsea's attacking woes have deepened with the news that Nicolas Jackson, their primary striker, is sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury.
The timing couldn’t be worse, with Enzo Maresca already navigating an inconsistent season.
Brighton vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction for Premier League clash
While Chelsea hope to cling on to that crucial fourth spot in their bid for Champions League qualification, Brighton will be looking to do the double over the Blues and re-enter the tight race for European football next season.
Sports News Blitz’s resident Chelsea expert Henry Eccles analyses five key battles and gives his score prediction for the Premier League match.
Chelsea news: Chelsea Women set for four consecutive clashes against Man City in March
Six months into the 2024/25 season, Chelsea remain unbeaten across all competitions.
March will be a defining month for the reigning Women’s Super League (WSL) champions, as they compete in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) quarter-finals and the League Cup final.
FA Cup analysis: Brighton vs Chelsea - Five key battles and score prediction
Brighton host Chelsea in an FA Cup fourth-round clash on Saturday, February 8, that promises to entertain.
The two sides met at the start of the season in a chaotic 4-2 win for the Blues at Stamford Bridge, which saw superstar Cole Palmer score a first-half hat-trick.
Chelsea news: High-stakes games for Chelsea managers Enzo Maresca and Sonia Bompastor this weekend
It’s a big weekend for Chelsea Football Club, with the Men’s team set to face Manchester City at the Etihad, and the Women’s team hosting Arsenal for the London Derby.
The Premier League clash will be on Saturday, 25 January, at 17:30 GMT, followed by the Women’s Super League thriller on Sunday, 26 January, at 12:30 GMT.
Both matches carry significant weight and could have a major impact on the final standings in their respective league tables.
The Men’s side currently sit third in the league, while Chelsea Women lead the pack, seven points ahead of third-placed Arsenal.
Chelsea News: Enzo Maresca explains Joao Felix's limited role due to Cole Palmer
During the pre-match press conference for this Saturday’s highly anticipated Manchester City vs Chelsea clash, Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca shed some light on recent speculations.
When asked about Joao Felix’s place in the Chelsea squad, the Italian offered a candid response.
Liverpool vs Chelsea analysis: Five key battles and score prediction
The pick of this weekend’s Premier League fixtures is a clash between Arne Slot’s high-flying Liverpool and Enzo Maresca’s entertaining Chelsea side.
Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea takes a look at five key battles that may define where the game is won and lost.
Liverpool vs Chelsea: Analysis, key stats, suggested bets and score prediction
Anfield is primed for a thrilling Premier League battle on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm kick-off) as Liverpool welcome Chelsea, with both teams brimming with confidence.
Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores the key storylines and offers his predictions for this highly-anticipated match-up.
Guy Mowbray tips Arsenal to win Premier League; backs Jackson to keep on scoring
Guy Mowbray thinks Arsenal will win the Premier League this season - and is backing Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson to continue his goal-scoring streak.
Match of the Day commentator Mowbray was a guest on episode 5 of the Sports News Blitz podcast, which is available on Youtube and Spotify.
And he chatted to podcast host Matt Dudley and co host Sam Herd about the battle for Premier League glory and the Golden Boot...
Raheem Sterling news: Three contenders for Chelsea outcast’s signature
Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling has not had the best run since joining Chelsea in the summer of 2023 - and has been frozen out of the club’s first-team plans by new manager Enzo Maresca.
Sports News Blitz’s Jon Shea takes a look at some possible contenders for Sterling’s signature...
‘Noisy’ Raheem Sterling let his Chelsea team-mates down, says Micah Richards
Raheem Sterling has been roundly criticised after spitting his dummy out following his omission from Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea squad to face Manchester City on Sunday.
Premier League analysis: Five key battles in Chelsea vs Manchester City showdown
The pick of the opening round of 2024/25 Premier League action sees Chelsea welcome four-time defending champions Manchester City to west London on Sunday.
Sports News Blitz’s Michael Davey takes a look at five key battles to anticipate in the Super Sunday showdown at Stamford Bridge.
Premier League news: Gary Taphouse on Chelsea ‘gamble’ and new boys Ipswich Town
Sky Sports commentator Gary Taphouse says Chelsea have taken ‘a bit of a gamble’ in appointing Enzo Maresca - and thinks Ipswich will ‘surprise’ some Premier League fans.
Enzo Maresca is the main man at Chelsea FC: A look at the new Blues boss
Enzo Maresca is the man Chelsea have chosen to replace Mauricio Pochettino in the hot-seat at Stamford Bridge, with the Italian agreeing a five-year contract with the London team.
Chelsea news: A look at Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca’s career so far
Chelsea are believed to be interested in Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca as they search for Mauricio Pochettino’s successor at Stamford Bridge.
Where next for Mauricio Pochettino? Man Utd mentioned after shock Chelsea exit
Mauricio Pochettino finds himself looking for work after leaving Chelsea on Tuesday - we take a look at his career so far amid talk that Manchester United might move for him.