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FIFA unveil new system where managers get two challenges per match, similar to tennis or cricket... as Premier League clubs vote on whether to scrap VAR
17/05/24 02:57
KIERAN GILL: Football is copying cricket and tennis by trialling a new challenge system in which managers will have the power to twirl their finger in the air to initiate a video review of a refereeing decision. Called Football Video Support (FVS) and seen as a simplified alternative to the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), the first trials have already been conducted by FIFA in Zurich. It involves teams being allowed a total of two challenges per match for situations such as goals, penalties, red cards and in cases of mistaken identity. If they win their challenge, as is the case in other sports, they would retain that review....read
Mauricio Pochettino admits he is unsure of the reception he'll get from Chelsea fans after final game of the season despite recent form... but manager says 'at least social media is now being nice to me!'
17/05/24 01:17Pochettino has overseen an excellent end to the campaign, losing one of his last 14, but ultimately knows finishing outside of the top four will be a deemed a disappointment.Billionaire Daniel Kretinsky insists West Ham takeover is low down his list of priorities as he closes in on a £3.5bn purchase of Royal Mail...but he's not nicknamed the 'Czech Sphinx' for nothing
16/05/24 06:39Sources in Daniel Kretinsky's sphere yesterday spoke of a reluctance to expand his English empire by purchasing one of the Premier League 's most iconic clubs.Mauricio Pochettino praises Nicolas Jackson for proving his critics wrong after they 'killed' him with comparisons to Chelsea legend Didier Drogba
14/05/24 09:30KIERAN GILL: Nicolas Jackson is now on 14 goals in the Premier League - none of them from penalties - and his target heading into his maiden campaign was to reach 15.Arsenal fans will be KICKED OUT of Tottenham's clash with Man City tonight as security is tightened amid concerns home tickets are being snapped up by rival supporters
14/05/24 02:16Anyone found to be attending in support of Arsenal - as opposed to being a genuine Tottenham fan wanting to see their team take on Manchester City - will face ejection from the ground.Mauricio Pochettino's winning tactical tweaks shows why he deserves to keep his job as Chelsea manager as injury crisis eases just in time for the Argentine
12/05/24 09:30KIERAN GILL AT THE CITY GROUND: Mauricio Pochettino's future at Chelsea will ultimately be decided at an end-of-season review, but recent form has shown an upturn in performances.Nuno Espirito Santo insists Nottingham Forest are NOT safe from relegation because 'he's seen too many things in football' - despite huge goal difference advantage of 12 over Luton
11/05/24 09:41Nuno Espirito Santo insists Nottingham Forest are not safe from relegation yet, claiming Luton could still stage one the most remarkable turnaround on the Premier League season's final day.Mauricio Pochettino hails huge impact of Reece James on Chelsea comeback and insists 'I never said I was unhappy', having hinted he could leave Blues
11/05/24 09:06Mauricio Pochettino hailed the return of Reece James after his assist for Chelsea's winner, less than three minutes into his first appearance since December.PLAYER RATINGS: Cole Palmer is again the star of the show for Chelsea in thrilling 3-2 win over Forest - but which Blues player was 'largely ineffective'?
11/05/24 06:44Chelsea denied Nottingham Forest the chance to celebrate mathematical safety with a rousing late turnaround.Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino reveals he could QUIT Chelsea and says 'maybe we are not happy' as he casts more doubt over his future
10/05/24 11:08KIERAN GILL: Chelsea's managerial situation is shrouded in confusion after Mauricio Pochettino on Friday admitted he does not know if he will be sacked at the end of this season.Chelsea close in on unwanted Premier League record held by Leeds... but newfound maturity following a video intervention from Mauricio Pochettino bodes well for the future
09/05/24 08:04KIERAN GILL: One of Mauricio Pochettino's methods for improving his young Chelsea players' maturity this season involved a video session at Cobham back in December.Benoit Badiashile insists Chelsea's players are fully behind Mauricio Pochettino despite rough season as recent clean sheets offer optimism
07/05/24 08:15KIERAN GILL: Apart from a 5-0 reality check by Arsenal, Pochettino has overseen an unbeaten run since February which has left the team with a chance of making Europe.How Chelsea flop has gone from being a target of boo boys to playing a crucial part in their push for Europe... and a key change shows why Pep Guardiola wanted him at Man City
06/05/24 06:00Long after full-time, once Stamford Bridge had emptied to leave only the cleaners in the stands, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart emerged from the tunnel full of smiles after one of their regular visits to the Chelsea changing room.PLAYER RATINGS: Noni Madueke pips his Chelsea team-mates to player of the match award as FIVE West Ham players are given terrible 3/10 mark
05/05/24 04:03KIERAN GILL AND KATHRYN BATTE AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Chelsea kept up their chase for a European spot by hitting West Ham for five at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.THE NOTEBOOK: Cole Palmer joins an esteemed list after scoring again, West Ham fans show David Moyes appreciation as senior players return for Chelsea
05/05/24 04:01KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Ahead of his 22nd birthday on Monday, Palmer became the third player in the league's history to reach 30 goal involvements in a season.Luton's 1-1 draw with Everton will bring little relief to their disadvantaged position in the relegation race - they'll have to hope others cannot capitalise on their failure to win, writes KIERAN GILL
03/05/24 09:03KIERAN GILL AT KENILWORTH ROAD: Every point counts, but picking up the odd one here and there is unlikely to be enough once this relegation race is at its end for Luton.Mauricio Pochettino hits out at 'stupid' rumours around his future at Chelsea after 2-0 win over Tottenham - but admits he 'doesn't know' if he will be in charge next season
03/05/24 01:25Pochettino conceded he does not know what the hierarchy have planned this summer - when a review of the season is set to take place - but he reminded his critics that his deal has a year to run.Ange Postecoglou snaps back at a Sky Sports reporter after he was asked why his message 'wasn't getting through' during Tottenham's 2-0 defeat by Chelsea
02/05/24 09:58KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Postecoglou (left) questioned his players' mindset after a performance that left this Spurs boss fuming.THE NOTEBOOK: Mark Clattenburg still scarred by Battle of the Bridge, Chelsea fans pay tribute to Tottenham target Conor Gallagher... and Mauricio Pochettino shares a picture of his pooch!
02/05/24 09:39KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Tottenham's Champions League hopes were dealt a damaging blow as they fell to a 2-0 Premier League defeat by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.PLAYER RATINGS: Chelsea shine in 2-0 win over Tottenham with one player's performance full of positivity - while SIX of Spurs sorry XI record just a four out of 10, writes KIERAN GILL
02/05/24 08:47KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson earned Chelsea a 2-0 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League on Thursday night.Mauricio Pochettino claims Chelsea fans 'fall in LOVE' when they meet him as he looks heal the relationship further eight years after leading Spurs during the Battle of the Bridge
01/05/24 09:30KIERAN GILL: Pochettino's Spurs drew 2-2 at Stamford Bridge on May 2, 2016 - a night of unbridled enmity which ended with Leicester City confirmed as Premier League champions.Chelsea fans set to show appreciation for Conor Gallagher and unveil giant banner of the captain ahead of Tottenham clash... as speculation mounts over their homegrown star's future at the club
01/05/24 04:46KIERAN GILL: Organised by the fan group We Are The Shed and funded by supporters, the display will carry the message 'Chelsea since birth' above an image of Gallagher.Chelsea set to be without a season-high 14 PLAYERS for Tottenham clash... as Mauricio Pochettino tries to explain crippling injury crisis that has put two more stars on the shelf
01/05/24 01:49Chelsea have the chance to take a big step towards securing European football for next season on Thursday while Tottenham want to get their top-four push back on track after losing to Arsenal.PLAYER RATINGS: Harry Kane edges out Jude Bellingham in the battle of the Englishmen... but which Bayern Munich star had a SHOCKER in 2-2 draw with Real Madrid?
30/04/24 09:14KIERAN GILL: Thomas Tuchel's side started well at the Allianz Arena, but the Spanish giants struck first as Vinicius Jnr (right) finished well after a delightful through ball from Toni Kroos .Huge change to VAR that fans desperately want is being considered by Premier League officials in biggest revamp since the system was introduced
30/04/24 05:54KIERAN GILL: Mail Sport revealed in January how this initiative was set to be introduced for next season and Webb spoke on Tuesday night on why they want to improve the fan experience.Chelsea's rivals are encouraged by lack of breakthrough over new contract for Conor Gallagher as they prepare to swoop this summer, with midfielder approaching final year of his deal
30/04/24 11:21KIERAN GILL: Chelsea are nearing a summer in which they might not only lose Thiago Silva but also Conor Gallagher, with interested clubs buoyed by the lack of a breakthrough over a new deal.Chelsea now have no warrior in their team of fledglings. Thiago Silva's departing leadership skills will leave a void... and he could even claim to be in their modern best XI, writes KIERAN GILL
30/04/24 06:46KIERAN GILL: Chelsea are not only losing a classy central defender in Thiago Silva. They are losing more prestige, more experience and more professionalism than you fear they can afford.Thiago Silva, 39, breaks down in tears as he announces he is leaving Chelsea - but hints he is ALREADY in line for another role - as Mauricio Pochettino loses his only star above the age of 30
29/04/24 10:09KIERAN GILL: Silva joined the club on a free transfer from PSG in 2020 and has remained a vital member of the squad throughout his four years, starting in their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa on Saturday.Simmering Mauricio Pochettino left 'damaged' after another VAR fiasco denied Chelsea a dramatic victory against Aston Villa - but the Blues should take pride
28/04/24 08:53KIERAN GILL: It might have been a foul. It might not have been. What we do know is referee Craig Pawson had a perfect view in real time.Mauricio Pochettino claims VAR has 'damaged English football' after Chelsea saw last-gasp goal against Aston Villa ruled out as he says controversial decision was 'ridiculous'
27/04/24 09:57KIERAN GILL: The visitors had battled back from 2-0 down at half-time and were celebrating wildly when they thought Axel Disasi had secured a stoppage-time winner.Conor Gallagher's beautiful late strike gave Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino the least they deserved with a 2-2 draw... while Aston Villa's second-half display will concern Unai Emery
27/04/24 09:10ASTON VILLA 2-2 CHELSEA - KIERAN GILL AT VILLA PARK: There were fans with flares outside of Villa Park's Trinity Road Stand turning the air claret and blue as the team coaches arrived.Mauricio Pochettino insists he's not the only one on trial at Chelsea following a faltering campaign... after the Blues boss admitted he hadn't 'crossed paths' with owner Todd Boehly 'in MONTHS'
26/04/24 12:54KIERAN GILL: Pochettino (right) was speaking ahead of a trip to Aston Villa in which Chelsea will look to kickstart a winning run to secure some form of European football.Pep Guardiola insists only perfection will secure Man City the Premier League title... as he claims Liverpool's defeat by Everton served as a reality check for his side
26/04/24 05:36KIERAN GILL AT THE AMEX STADIUM: Pep Guardiola (left) has insisted that his side must be flawless in their remaining Premier League matches to usurp Arsenal at the top of the table.Pep Guardiola fends off suggestions that Man City made a 'statement' in dominant Brighton win... and insists none of the title rivals are 'safe' after Liverpool's defeat to Everton
25/04/24 10:29KIERAN GILL AT THE AMEX: Pep Guardiola said only perfection will secure Manchester City another Premier League trophy after this Phil Foden-inspired trouncing of Brighton.THE NOTEBOOK: Pep Guardiola can have Bruno Guimaraes for £100m, 'Hardest Geezer' Russ Cook is no celebrity fan and Man City's social media post backfires
25/04/24 10:03KIERAN GILL AT THE AMEX STADIUM: Phil Foden struck twice as Manchester City stepped up their bid for a fourth Premier League crown in a row with a ruthless 4-0 victory at Brighton.PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden rewarded Pep Guardiola for granting him freedom and Kyle Walker was relentless, but which Brighton star learnt brutal lesson and earned 4/10?
25/04/24 09:13PLAYER RATINGS: Mail Sport's Kieran Gill rates the players as Manchester City cruised to a 4-0 win over Brighton as the reigning champions closed the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to a point.Chelsea receive welcome boost as Cole Palmer trains with his team-mates after missing his side's 5-0 capitulation at Arsenal due to illness
25/04/24 03:40EXCLUSIVE BY KIERAN GILL: Cole Palmer returned to Cobham on Thursday after his absence in the midweek capitulation to Arsenal underlined how vital he is to Chelsea .Chelsea risk dressing room backlash if Mauricio Pochettino is sacked... with Blues squad supportive of their under-fire boss amid ongoing struggles
24/04/24 06:07Chelsea's hierarchy are set to stage a summer review of the situation and will need to take their squad's attachment to Pochettino into account when deciding whether to make a change.Why Mauricio Pochettino could face the Chelsea sack: Reports he is safe are premature... and owners' review will hold him to account - even if they are to blame too, writes KIERAN GILL
24/04/24 06:00KIERAN GILL AT THE EMIRATES: Mauricio Pochettino (left) is not blameless for Chelsea's failings this season. After their 5-0 defeat by Arsenal, it is difficult to see what Chelsea are trying to do.Mauricio Pochettino accuses his Chelsea players of 'giving up' in 5-0 London derby defeat at Arsenal as Blues boss blasts: 'When we have bad days, we are so bad'
23/04/24 10:41KIERAN GILL AT THE EMIRATES: This performance piled the pressure back on Pochettino, who admitted they will never deserve European football if they perform as pitifully as this.PLAYER RATINGS: Four Chelsea stars split the WORST score - so who was 'soft' and whose performance was 'strange' as Arsenal tore into them?
23/04/24 09:13Arsenal produced a stunning display to beat Chelsea 5-0. Mail Sport's Isaan Khan rates how Arsenal's players performed, while Kieran Gill gives his verdict on the disappointing Blues.Anthony Taylor and Stuart Attwell are selected to officiate at Euro 2024, despite the pair being at the centre of the Nottingham Forest storm that saw the Premier League outfit denied THREE penalties against Everton
23/04/24 09:27Referee Anthony Taylor and VAR Stuart Attwell - the two officials at the centre of the Nottingham Forest storm - have been selected to officiate at Euro 2024 this summer.It's WRONG to pin Chelsea's FA Cup semi-final loss on Mauricio Pochettino... he coached them to a win, but his profligate players let them down yet again with tired Man City there for the taking
21/04/24 06:00KIERAN GILL AT WEMBLEY: He should not be blamed for there being more waste at Wembley than your local tip. Tactically, he coached Chelsea to a win.THE NOTEBOOK: Nicolas Jackson feeds the doubters after Wembley shocker, Mauricio Pochettino gives coy response over FA Cup replays... and has Lucas Paqueta lost his focus ahead of a summer move to Man City?
20/04/24 09:32KIERAN GILL AT WEMBLEY: Jackson was one-on-one with Ortega in the first half and did not even take a shot. It is hard to think that Ivan Toney would not have seized the chances that came.PLAYER RATINGS: Nicolas Jackson scores just 4/10 after missing huge chances for Chelsea - but which Man City star was the unlikely hero in FA Cup semi-final win?
20/04/24 06:29KIERAN GILL AND JACK GAUGHAN AT WEMBLEY: Man City bounced back from the disappointment of the Champions League quarter-final exit to Real Madrid as Bernardo Silva's late goal sunk Chelsea.Mauricio Pochettino insists Gary Neville's 'billion-pound bottlejobs' jibe is NOT motivating Chelsea ahead of their Wembley return against Man City
19/04/24 03:09KIERAN GILL: Chelsea lost to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final in February - a defeat during which Neville took a direct a dig at the way they crumbled in against Jurgen Klopp's kids.Cole Palmer was asking to leave Man City for TWO seasons, reveals Pep Guardiola... as he admits he 'didn't give the Chelsea star the minutes he deserved'
19/04/24 02:02JACK GAUGHAN AND KIERAN GILL: Palmer faces his former City for the third time at Wembley today as Chelsea aim to thwart City's quest to become the first club to win consecutive doHow Chelsea and Cole Palmer are primed to heap more misery on Man City in their FA Cup semi-final showdown... and the dilemma that could make or break the Blues' season
18/04/24 04:00KIERAN GILL: Palmer's calmness amid chaos has earned him the nickname 'Cold Palmer' and has changed the debate from whether he should make England's squad to whether he should start.Raheem Sterling missed Chelsea's last two games after suffering a bout of food poisoning with the winger now back in training ahead of huge FA Cup semi-final showdown against old side Man City
18/04/24 08:35EXCLUSIVE: Sterling's last appearance was as a sub in the 4-3 victory over Manchester United two weeks ago, a comeback which became a Premier League classic after Cole Palmer's late double.Why Mauricio Pochettino can't escape blame in the penalty sideshow that overshadowed 6-0 win over Everton... but he IS right on one thing about Chelsea's selfish spot-kick row stars
16/04/24 06:02KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Mauricio Pochettino's mood did not match that of a manager whose team had triumphed 6-0 after a bizarre penalty incident involving three players.THE NOTEBOOK: Chelsea continue to invest in youth while Ligue 1 boss watches on as Mauricio Pochettino's side demolish Everton at Stamford Bridge
15/04/24 10:02KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: The Toffees are confident that, like when they reduced a 10-point deduction, they can tempt the commission into showing leniency.Mauricio Pochettino FUMES at Chelsea duo for trying to take penalty off Cole Palmer and warns they will be 'out' if they do it again as embarrassing on-field row overshadows 6-0 thrashing of Everton
15/04/24 09:58KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Pochettino wanted to start his post-match press conference by discussing that penalty saga rather than the victory itself.PLAYER RATINGS: Five Everton stars score just 2/10 in 6-0 demolition by Chelsea - but did unstoppable Cole Palmer get a perfect 10?
15/04/24 09:15KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Chelsea produced perhaps their most convincing performance of the season as they trashed Everton 6-0.Alejandro Garnacho liking posts criticising Erik ten Hag will not have gone unnoticed by Ineos… as Bournemouth draw leaves the beleaguered Man United boss unsure who he can trust to perform for him
14/04/24 06:00Those in the room for Ten Hag's press conference heard the full reasoning behind why he made that half-time change. It would be a stretch to say he explicitly blamed the teenager.Furious Andoni Iraola claims Bournemouth were ROBBED of a stoppage-time penalty against Manchester United... and insists his side 'deserved to win' after 2-2 draw at the Vitality Stadium
13/04/24 10:09Andoni Iraola insisted Bournemouth were robbed of a stoppage-time penalty, as Erik ten Hag made a hasty exit from his press conference when quizzed on Man Utd's worst Premier League finishPLAYER RATINGS: Four Man United players receive a 5/10 rating in draw at Bournemouth but which Red Devil is a FOUR for a 'sub-standard' display?
13/04/24 06:45KIERAN GILL AT THE VITALITY STADIUM: Bruno Fernandes scored twice to rescue an unconvincing 2-2 draw for Manchester United at Bournemouth as they dropped to seventh.Chelsea DEFEND selling two hotels for £76million to another company run by their owners... as club insiders insist they ran the deal past the Premier League to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules
13/04/24 06:00Insiders at the London club insist that deal was done within the Premier League's rules and ran by the competition beforehand, adding that they used two independent valuers.How Tottenham's thunderbolt Micky van de Ven became the Premier League's fastest EVER player... and the club who said he wasn't quick enough
13/04/24 01:00KIERAN GILL: Tottenham are the beneficiaries of this smiling sprinter's resolve, with one insider revealing that they beat Liverpool to sign the 22-year-old left-sided centre back.Chelsea top new Premier League table on spending on players' agents after splashing £75MILLION. So where does YOUR club place?
12/04/24 02:08Premier League clubs paid £409.59million in agents' fees in the last two transfer windows, with Chelsea topping the table after forking out £75.14m.Ange Postecoglou admits he has not watched back Tottenham's humiliating 6-1 defeat by Newcastle last season ahead of their trip to St James' Park... as he insists his side are preparing for a 'tough game'
12/04/24 02:01KIERAN GILL: Spurs return to the stadium where they were battered, though the visitors will have a very different look with Harry Kane and Eric Dier among those who have since left the club.Chelsea are left shattered by late drama this time as they fail to follow up on win over Man United, writes KIERAN GILL
07/04/24 09:00KIERAN GILL AT BRAMALL LANE: The pigeon that somehow invaded the Bramall Lane press room felt like a fitting reminder of the flapping on show from Mauricio Pochettino's players.PLAYER RATINGS: Noni Madueke stars for an abject Chelsea as they're held at Sheffield United… with three Blues stars scoring just 5/10
07/04/24 06:33Oli McBurnie's stoppage time goal gave Sheffield United a point against an abject Chelsea team at Bramall Lane. KIERAN GILL was at the stadium to rate the players' performances.Sergio Aguero's iconic title-winning goal for Man City and Newcastle's incredible comeback from four goals down against Arsenal... the 10 most BONKERS Premier League matches after Man United's collapse at Chelsea
05/04/24 08:00The Premier League has witnessed matches so bonkers that you will struggle to forget where you were when the craziness began to unfold for our viewing pleasure.Mauricio Pochettino makes bizarre claim about his relationship with Chelsea fans following stunning win over Man United... as he says he won't 'act like a clown' to be liked
05/04/24 12:30KIERAN GILL: Only by winning matches can he force them to forgive and forget that bond he built with their fierce rivals, Pochettino said after getting the better of Manchester United.Cole Palmer opens up on stoppage-time double which sealed dramatic 4-3 win for Chelsea over Man United as hat-trick hero reveals what Mauricio Pochettino said in between his goals
04/04/24 10:19KIERAN GILL: The Blues looked to have spurned a 2-0 lead when Manchester United led 3-2 in the 99th minute of the game, but Palmer struck twice in the 100th and 101st minutes to seal a 4-3 victory.THE NOTEBOOK: Man United star Marcus Rashford is dropped for the first time in 2024, Chelsea shoot themselves in the foot despite late heroics... and the Blues pay tribute to a legendary figure
04/04/24 09:53THE NOTEBOOK: Here, Mail Sport's Kieran Gill takes you through some of the stories you might have missed from Stamford Bridge.PLAYER RATINGS: Cole Palmer seals dramatic late win for Chelsea after Alejandro Garnacho and Antony had inspired United comeback... but one Blues star rates just THREE out of 10
04/04/24 09:29KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Chelsea pulled off a scarcely believable injury-time comeback to beat Manchester United 4-3 at Stamford Bridge on Thursday evening.Mauricio Pochettino slams his exhibition team for being lazy in Burnley draw... as he warns stars: Don't think you've made it just because you're playing for Chelsea
03/04/24 11:02Mauricio Pochettino fears Chelsea's downfall could be that their mega-money stars are too comfortable, having delivered a speech to his squad this week about slipping standards.Mauricio Pochettino insists his Chelsea side 'need to compete' after criticising a lack of running in Burnley draw... as the Blues languish in the Premier League's distance covered stats
03/04/24 01:25Mauricio Pochettino says his team did not 'behave like Chelsea' in their disappointing home draw with Burnley as the manager was critical of their lack of running.Chelsea defend Conor Gallagher after the Premier League star's Instagram was flooded with comments calling him racist, over a video clip appearing to show him ignoring a black mascot
03/04/24 11:54Gallagher has been hounded on social media since because the captain accidentally blanked a high-five from the youngster, which led trolls to accuse him of racism.Todd Boehly breaks his silence on Chelsea to claim it's 'GOOD NEWS' that fans care enough to sing an X-rated song about him - and delivers worrying message to Mauricio Pochettino, who he says has 'unbelievable players'
02/04/24 09:31KIERAN GILL: Seeming to reference the criticism from the Chelsea fanbase this season, Boehly added: 'The good news is people care so much. And the bad news is people care so much.Ange Postecoglou insists he'd NEVER copy Jose Mourinho's animated goal celebrations as he believes it wouldn't help the team - having masterminded his latest Tottenham comeback win
01/04/24 09:30KIERAN GILL: Postecoglou will never copy Mourinho in sprinting down the touchline in celebration, saying that such eruptions are a waste of valuable secondsBang average Blues rely too much on Cole Palmer's power... as Mauricio Pochettino's suffering Chelsea draw with 10-man Burnley at Stamford Bridge
31/03/24 09:30KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Cole Palmer has taken the tonnage of Chelsea on his shoulders this season and their £42.5million summer signing has shown no signs of buckling.Mauricio Pochettino SLAMS his Chelsea side for their lack of 'energy' and 'hunger' during draw against Burnley... as Blues boss insists he's 'upset' and 'disappointed' with performance against 10-man Clarets
30/03/24 06:56KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Mauricio Pochettino accused Chelsea of lacking the head and heart required to beat Burnley as they blew two leads against 10 menPLAYER RATINGS - Conor Gallagher and Nicolas Jackson struggle as Chelsea are held by Burnley - but Cole Palmer shines despite the chaos
30/03/24 05:23Chelsea were held 2-2 by Burnley at Stamford Bridge, a result which will frustrate both sides, who had their opportunities to claim all three points.Chelsea's capacity for chaos and capitulation proved costly again in 2-2 draw with 10-man Burnley - as Mauricio Pochettino's top-four claim is proven wrong
30/03/24 05:12KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Chelsea led twice against a Burnley team who had only 10 men and no manager on the sidelines after Vincent Kompany was red carded.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says mental health problems are common but often hidden by players after Richarlison's striking interview about suffering from depression
29/03/24 11:15KIERAN GILL: Mental health problems are common among players in football but it is all hidden behind a curtain, Ange Postecoglou said after Tottenham's Richarlison revealed his struggles.Mauricio Pochettino reveals why Chelsea WILL win the Premier League - either with or without him - despite a civil war with fans over the club's direction
29/03/24 10:31KIERAN GILL: Mauricio Pochettino insists that Chelsea will win the Premier League - if not with him then with another manager - because their project is on track.The £1.8million PER MINUTE transfer: Chelsea confirm £58m signing Romeo Lavia's season is over after ANOTHER injury setback and just 32 minutes played as a substitute
27/03/24 01:23Romeo Lavia's brutal first season with Chelsea will end with him appearing for only 32 minutes after the £58million summer signing suffered a setback in his recovery from a thigh injury.Chelsea are looking to hire a new head of performance medicine after former medical director Dimitrios Kalogiannidis left the club after 14 years - with the Blues offering a £250,000+ salary for their new recruit
26/03/24 01:28KIERAN GILL: Mauricio Pochettino's team have spent much of this campaign in crisis mode with captain Reece James among those still in rehab without a return date.
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- Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel reveals huge Tua Tagovailoa update Will the latest concussion scare be the last for the battered quarterback?
- JD Vance and Donald Trump Jr. hang with NASCAR royalty during unofficial campaign stop in North Carolina Kamala Harris was also in the Tar Heel state
- Olivia Dunne looks unrecognizable in new magazine shoot LSU gymnast reveals the most frustrating thing about being a social media star
- Man filming Jason Kelce downing beer falls through RV's roof and drops his camera at Eagles game Disaster struck ahead of the game in Philadelphia
- Nick Sirianni screams at Eagles fans after they called for him to be fired during Philadelphia's win over Cleveland The spotlight has been on him since last season
- Jim Harbaugh reveals he suffered a heart scare and needed help from paramedics before Chargers game Said he experienced an 'atrial flutter' in Denver
- Democrats fly several anti-Donald Trump messages over NFL stadiums Stunts were organized by the Democratic National Committee
- Jason Kelce left shocked as couple get engaged next to him at Eagles game Romance was in the air at Philadelphia's win over the Cleveland Browns
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- Jannik Sinner's former physio breaks silence after being forced out in tennis doping scandal Sheds new light on saga involving world No 1
- North Carolina wideout Tylee Craft dies at 23: 'This young man fought so hard' Coach Mack Brown revealed the sad news on Saturday
- Mauricio Pochettino WINS his USA coaching debut Americans earn 2-0 friendly victory over Panama as Pochettino gets his first victory
- Miami Dolphins star's wife is called a 'white, snowflake, gold-digger' Devon Mostert says she's facing racist backlash from liberals after defending Ron DeSantis.
- Oregon player tossed for SPITTING on Ohio State rival The Ducks would go on to beat the Buckeyes without the ejected wideout
- NFL owners set to rule on Tom Brady's Raiders investment One insider has described the upcoming vote as a mere 'formality' according to a report
- Guardians blow by Tigers, 7-3, in series-clinching Game 5 And their reward is an ALCS matchup with Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and the Yankees
- Sydney Sweeney issues hilarious response to viral College GameDay sign The actress and heartthrob had a witty comeback to an overeager mascot
- Jets doctors rule on Aaron Rodgers' status against rival Bills New York is heading into Monday night's game against the divisional-rival Buffalo Bills
- Rob Gronkowski reveals incredible fact about actor playing him in Aaron Hernandez series Let's just say they know each other
- Penn State's 'flag football' trick play stuns USC in Big Ten clash Penn State tight end Tyler Warren scored a touchdown in the win over the Trojans
- Penn State coach James Franklin scolds gloating players for planting flag on USC's 50-yard line after win Franklin was victorious, but refused to gloat
- Angel Reese sends three-word response to Taylor Swift fans amid backlash over Kayla Nicole interview After inviting Travis Kelce's ex onto podcast
- Travis Kelce brutally mocked over 'Ron Burgundy' look While on double date with Taylor Swift, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds in New York City
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- Dodgers' Kike Hernandez has explicit moment on TV After homer in a 2-0 win over the rival Padres, Hernandez didn't hold back
- Why new USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino is 'worried' about Christian Pulisic However, he does consider him among the best in the world
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- Robert Kraft breaks silence on Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers' arrest Billionaire owner says Peppers is 'gone' if the allegations are true
- Disgraced ex-Raiders head coach Jon Gruden gets major win in legal battle with NFL Can Gruden now prove the NFL leaked his racist emails?
- TIM HOWARD: Of course the Jets spoke to Aaron Rodgers before firing Robert Saleh But it can be dangerous to listen to star players
- Patriots scandals through the years: From deflategate to playing with murderers After safety Jabrill Peppers' arrest for 'strangling girlfriend'
- WNBA makes major change for next season to capitalize on Caitlin Clark's impact After rookie triggered most successful regular season in league's history
- Stephen A. Smith claims it's 'nonsense' that Aaron Rodgers was unaware of plans to fire Robert Saleh After head coach's exit this week
- EXCLUSIVEMike Tyson reveals what caused the ulcer that forced him to delay controversial Jake Paul fight Ahead of rescheduled bout in November
- San Francisco 49ers stars leap into stands to celebrate a touchdown with their wives in Seattle Seahawks win Incredible scenes in NFL Thursday night game
- Inside Tom Brady's trophy cabinet as the legendary QB shares mementos from Cristiano Ronaldo and, Floyd Mayweather Incredible mementos
- NBA star Anthony Edwards 'takes woman to court' over paternity testing and child support Gold medal winner takes action
- UFC chief Dana White launches blistering Kamala Harris attack after Colbert Show appearance He is close friends with Donald Trump
- Travis Kelce's ex-girlfriend slams 'crazy' Taylor Swift fans as she reveals all about her relationship Speaks out on Angel Reese's podcast
- Seinfeld sparks controversy with pro-Israel message to fan while at Mets game Gave very direct message to fan watching from Gaza border
- Portnoy reveals he's been brutally snubbed by Swift for Eras Tour tickets Barstool Sports boss won't be heading to the Hard Rock dates
- ESPN host and retired NBA star slammed for offering 'predatory loans' to college and high school athletes New twist in world of NIL
- NFL star Montgomery reveals online abuse from fantasy football managers left him contemplating suicide Huge struggles during his rookie year
- Buccaneers' Raymond James Stadium left flooded by Hurricane Milton after team fled Tampa Bay Thankfully just cosmetic damage to the stadium
- Hurricane Milton rips through the roof of Tropicana Field - home of MLB team Tampa Bay Rays - as deadly storm hits Florida Devastating sight
- Weather Channel reporter makes crass Super Bowl joke in grim warning about Hurricane Milton Cracked a joke about Super Bowl LI
- Jake Paul issues $5million challenge to Mike Tyson ahead of much-anticipated Netflix showdown Due to face off at AT&T Stadium in November
- Patrick Mahomes attends Royals-Yankees game despite claiming it could cause 'feud' with Brittany QB made it to Game 3 against the Yankees
- George Baldock dead aged 31: Former Premier League defender found in the pool of home in Greece Joined Panathinaikos in the summer
- Aaron Rodgers pays tribute to 'family man' and 'damn good coach' Robert Saleh after Jets fired him Quarterback breaks his silence
- John Daly flees Tampa as Hurricane Milton approaches - days after Helene destroyed his home Emotional message on social media
- Fans all say the same thing as Taylor Swift poses with pregnant Brittany Mahomes and Lyndsay Bell Photo taken at the latest Chiefs game
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- Donna Kelce tight-lipped on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's secret Halloween plans But their fans begin to suspect that something big is brewing
- EXCLUSIVETardy Travis Kelce keeps Taylor Swift waiting on the runway for nearly an hour in Kansas City Heading for the East Coast, eventually
- Taylor Swift poses next to Travis Kelce picture as Chiefs WAGs share new party snaps after Saints win Celebrating another Chiefs victory
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- Brandon McManus is given deal with new NFL team - just days after he was cleared in sexual assault case
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- Steelers star sparks outrage with Osama bin Laden and Mike Tomlin meme ahead of New York clash
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