1. Why Jose Mourinho's Return to Chelsea Will Herald a New Era of Success

    2013 marks 10 years since Roman Abramovich turned around the fortunes of Chelsea FC. The club were in dire financial straits before he arrived, and the decade of success that they have since enjoyed was beyond their wildest dreams...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 22 hours ago 4,915 reads 18 comments

  2. 4 Players Who Could Be Leaving Chelsea in Summer 2013

    When a club is owned by an obscenely wealthy oligarch, the majority of the transfer speculation naturally surrounds the splashing of some serious cash...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 day ago 10,241 reads 28 comments

  3. Why Nathan Ake Was Chelsea's Breakthrough Star of 2012-13

    18-year-old Nathan Ake made his full debut for Chelsea 's first team in the FA Cup tie away at Middlesbrough ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 day ago 6,806 reads 13 comments

  4. 5 Reasons Why Chelsea Will Win the 2013-14 Premier League

    Chelsea ended the 2012-13 season with one trophy that closely resembles a very big vase. The end of the campaign was a far cry from the excitement of last August, when a host of ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 4 days ago 7,353 reads 22 comments

  5. Rating the Chelsea Players in 2-1 EPL Finale Win over Everton

    Chelsea went into the last match of their grueling 69-game season knowing that a win would secure a third-place finish, allowing them to avoid the Champions League qualifying rounds...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 6 days ago 5,280 reads 7 comments

  6. The Evolving Tactical Role of Chelsea's Frank Lampard

    Frank Lampard recently extended his contract , which will see him through his 13th season at Chelsea FC. Since signing for the club in 2001, he has scored a record 203 goals from midfield, under 10 different managers...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 6 days ago 3,697 reads 7 comments

  7. What Winning the Europa League Would Mean to Chelsea

    Chelsea began the 2012-13 season hoping to defend their Champions League crown and challenge for the Premier League title. After an excellent start in the Premier League, off-field issues distracted the Blues from the task at hand...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 11 days ago 5,831 reads 10 comments

  8. Picking a Chelsea XI to Face Benfica in the Europa League Final

    Chelsea face Benfica in Amsterdam on Wednesday May 15 in their 68th game of the season. This is the reigning Kings of Europe's last chance at silverware in a season that began with seven trophies to win...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 12 days ago 8,967 reads 55 comments

  9. Picking a Chelsea Cult Heroes Starting XI

    Every club has its own culture, made up of history and heroes. Players are remembered because of the silverware and success that they helped to bring, but those legacies will be fleeting without the backing of the fans...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 13 days ago 6,426 reads 38 comments

  10. Aston Villa vs. Chelsea: Complete Premier League Preview

    This is the match that kicks off the weekend's Premier League action at 12:45 GMT on May 11, and at the time of writing, tickets are still available...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 16 days ago 2,460 reads 7 comments

  11. Why Cesar Azpilicueta Has Been Chelsea's Bargain Signing of the 2012-13 Season

    Cesar " Dave " Azpilicueta arrived at Chelsea from Marseille in the summer of 2012. The club were on the biggest high in football, having been crowned European ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 17 days ago 10,091 reads 20 comments

  12. Breaking Down the Odds on the Next Manchester United Manager

    This day has been coming for 11 years—ever since Sir Alex Ferguson announced he would be retiring at the end of the 2001-02 season...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 17 days ago 728 reads 1 comments

  13. Scouting 6 Potential Chelsea Transfer Targets

    Despite a lack of certainty about who will be the next permanent manager at Chelsea , the Blues continue to be linked with some of world football's biggest names, as well as some less well-known stars...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 17 days ago 16,780 reads 38 comments

  14. Jose Mourinho's Special Relationship with Chelsea Provides an Eternal Story

    The Chelsea fans love Jose Mourinho eve n more than they loathe Rafa Benitez. When Mourinho arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2004, the Blues were still adjusting to life as ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 20 days ago 4,114 reads 14 comments

  15. 5 Strikers Who Could Replace Fernando Torres at Chelsea

    Whilst Torres has stated that he will be staying at Chelsea until at least 2016, there are many who question the sense behind that statement. Betting companies are mocking him and postgame analyses have centred around his dramatic decline...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 21 days ago 27,576 reads 121 comments

  16. Why Juan Mata Is the Best Player in the Premier League

    Juan Mata was voted Chelsea 's player of the year in his first season in the Premier League. Although he missed the first penalty of the Champions League final shootout, he was still key to the team's greatest triumph...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 21 days ago 8,845 reads 83 comments

  17. Why Chelsea Fans Have Struggled to Warm to the Europa League

    Chelsea advanced to the Europa League final with a comprehensive 5-2 aggregate win over FC Basel . The tie was sealed with a stunning strike from David Luiz , following earlier efforts from Fernando Torres and Victor Moses...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 23 days ago 2,826 reads 7 comments

  18. Chelsea vs. FC Basel: UEFA Europa League Semifinal Preview

    Chelsea have one foot in for a second consecutive European cup final ahead of their Europa League semifinal second leg against FC Basel on May 2. Their 2-1 victory in Switzerland has given them the aggregate and away-goal advantage...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 24 days ago 4,464 reads 15 comments

  19. 5 Most Ridiculous Chelsea Transfer Rumours

    Ever since the arrival of Roman Abramovich 10 years ago, Chelsea has been the first club mentioned when it comes to big-money transfers...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 9,986 reads 9 comments

  20. Summer Transfer Rumours: 10 Most Ridiculous Gossip Stories so Far

    With leagues across Europe winding down and the continental cup competitions reaching the semifinal stages, attention is turning to the summer transfer window...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 1,737 reads 8 comments

  21. Liverpool vs. Chelsea: Tactical Analysis of Blues' Performance in 2-2 Draw

    Chelsea faced Liverpool in their 61st game in all competitions knowing that a win was crucial to keep them ahead of their Champions League rivals...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 3,803 reads 44 comments

  22. Why Chelsea Fans Really Hate Liverpool

    Unlike most rivalries, Chelsea fans don't hate Liverpool for the traditional political or geographic reasons. This loathing is a prime example that familiarity really does breed contempt ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 7,139 reads 66 comments

  23. 3 Key Factors in Jose Mourinho's Rumoured Chelsea Return

    Jose Mourinho's on-and-off return to Chelsea will be the biggest story of the summer. His future is still uncertain, and it would be ideal for both the media and Mourinho himself if the story drags out for a few more weeks...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 7,478 reads 7 comments

  24. Rating the Chelsea Players in 3-0 Win over Fulham

    This West London derby was Chelsea 's game in hand over their rivals for Champions League qualification. After a disappointing FA Cup semifinal defeat to Manchester City , the Blues ...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 9,352 reads 25 comments

  25. Fulham vs Chelsea: Complete Preview of EPL Derby

    Chelsea travel the short distance across Hammersmith and Fulham to Craven Cottage to face their neighbors in the West London derby...

    Rowanne Westhenry Written by Rowanne Westhenry about 1 month ago 2,194 reads 9 comments