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      Latest Chelsea news including live scores, fixtures and results, plus transfer updates and announcements.
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	Meet Thomas Tuchel's 'made in Chelsea' backroom team that are England's secret weapon: The Coldplay fan obsessed with throw-ins, the 'ideas man', the coach struck by tragedy and the analyst who orchestrated a Champions League win
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	A little bit of Chelsea arrives in Kansas City over the weekend, a very deliberate part of Thomas Tuchel's reign at England's helm.
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	Everton transfer briefing: Latest on Hayden Hackney pursuit, truth about Aaron Wan-Bissaka links, the Premier League rivals circling around Iliman Ndiaye and Jarrad Branthwaite and strikers on club's radar revealed
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	David Moyes has previous for improving uncut Championship diamonds, just ask Tim Cahill. But this is an important window where every penny counts and Everton need five new signings to be competitive.
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	Everton consider move to trigger £25m option on Tyrique George deal, with clubs primed to enter race for Chelsea forward
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	Everton are interested in Tyrique George, but the Merseyside club have not yet decided whether to commit to triggering their option on the Chelsea loanee, believed to be worth around £25million.
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	Noni Madueke left gobsmacked after missing OPEN GOAL to put England in control against Costa Rica in final audition before the World Cup
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	The Arsenal winger, playing for the first time since his side lost in the Champions League final on May 30, was picked ahead of Bukayo Saka amid his team-mate's ongoing injury issues.
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	Lionel Messi and Argentina team-mates have passport details LEAKED in bizarre team sheet data breach
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	Lionel Scaloni's side beat Iceland 3-0 in Alabama in the early hours of Wednesday morning (GMT) in front of 88,000 fans.
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	John Terry says ELEVEN members of England's World Cup squad are not good enough to win the tournament - and Thomas Tuchel has got 'three or four big decisions wrong' about his 'best players'
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	England have been in the States for over a week now, training ahead of their first match on June 17 against Croatia. The whole group is now together after the four Arsenal players joined.
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	Real Madrid make first move in pursuit of Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez - who is valued at £120m
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	Real have long been linked on the assumption that they would be one of the few clubs in world football who could afford the 25-year-old Argentinian World Cup winner.
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	Brighton beat off competition from Chelsea and Newcastle to sign hotshot winger Zadok Yohanna for £21.3m
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	Brighton have completed the signing of winger Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm despite rival offers from Chelsea and Newcastle United.
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	Thomas Tuchel reveals the moment he fell out of love with football as England boss prepares for World Cup debut
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	Thomas Tuchel has admitted that he 'fell out of love with the game' earlier in his career ahead of taking his England side to the World Cup.
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	Bayern Munich exploring move for Liverpool star Rio Ngumoha, 17, after breakthrough season
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	The 17-year-old, who has played 19 times for Liverpool in what was a breakthrough season, is viewed as one of the most highly-rated prospects in Europe having joined his current side from Chelsea.
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	Chelsea and Newcastle BOTH have £21m bids accepted for 18-year-old winger Zadok Yohanna - who must now choose his destination
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	The Premier League clubs are understood to have put €25million (£21.6m) offers on the table and the Swedish club have accepted.
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	'I've lived failure, I've studied it... that's life': Revitalised and refreshed after his West Ham nightmare, Graham Potter is ready to lead Sweden into a World Cup - backed by sunburned fans hoping for another memorable summer to rival USA 94
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	If the Swedish tourist board need someone to promote the life-giving properties of its nation, they could do worse than Graham Potter .
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	Antonio Conte's Napoli contract is TORN UP - and madcap owner opens door to Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku leaving next after manager said there was 'a lot of poison' at the club
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15874433/Antonio-Conte-sacked-Napoli-Aurelio-Laurentiis.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Antonio Conte's Napoli contract has been torn up, with Napoli seemingly in disarray. The former Chelsea, Inter Milan and Tottenham boss ended the season by accusing the club of having 'poison'.
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	'There was no left, no right - only his way': This is the young life that made Thomas Tuchel - CRAIG HOPE finds a tiny German town, a love of 'flares, older women and wearing sunglasses indoors' and tracks down elusive parents of England manager
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	SPECIAL REPORT BY CRAIG HOPE: In Krumbach, population 13,000 and sleepy to the point of sedation, I do not meet a single resident without a story, opinion or memory of its famous son.
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	Chelsea consider joining Brighton and Newcastle in race to sign £20m Zadok Yohanna with Real Madrid also keen
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	Brighton opened talks with the Swedish club at the weekend and Newcastle have since made a rival offer as a £20million battle takes shape for the 18-year-old winger.
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	Bobby Tambling dead at 84: Chelsea legend, who was record goalscorer for four decades before being overtaken by Frank Lampard, passes away after long illness
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15873089/Bobby-Tambling-dead-84-Chelsea-legend-record-goalscorer-four-decades-overtaken-Frank-Lampard-passes-away-long-illness.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Chelsea's former record goalscorer Bobby Tambling has died at the age of 84 following a long illness, and after being diagnosed with dementia. 
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	Chelsea and Man City in battle over compensation for Enzo Maresca with Blues believing his sudden exit was a key factor to their woeful season - as he looks set to replace Pep Guardiola
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15872081/Chelsea-Man-City-battle-compensation-Enzo-Maresca-Blues-believing-sudden-exit-key-factor-woeful-season-looks-set-replace-Pep-Guardiola.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Chelsea and Manchester City are locked in talks over compensation for Enzo Maresca, with sources at Stamford Bridge believing his sudden exit was a major factor in their implosion.
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	A front three worth £200m, Man United target Mateus Fernandes in midfield and THREE Real Madrid stars at the back - the World Cup absent XI watching with their feet up this summer
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15866801/World-Cup-players-not-injuries-absences-Man-United-Real-Madrid.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	There's no greater stage for the best footballers to showcase their skills than the World Cup but some superstars will be absent in the US this summer. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:36:55 +0100</pubDate>
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	Newcastle join Brighton in race to sign £20m highly-rated teenage winger with Chelsea, Tottenham and Real Madrid also keeping tabs on Nigerian
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15871605/Newcastle-Brighton-winger-Chelsea-Tottenham.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	SIMON JONES: Brighton have already made an opening offer for the 18-year-old and Newcastle are now discussing figures also with the Swedish club. ahead of a potential summer move.
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	Wish you weren't here? Cole Palmer parties in Ibiza with Wayne Lineker as England's World Cup rejects jet off on holiday - while Harry Kane and Co feel the heat at Miami training camp
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	Cole Palmer has been spotted partying in Ibiza at one of the island's most decadent venues following his snub from Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:43:44 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea transfer briefing: Latest on Morgan Rogers and Jarrod Bowen interest, the two positions top of Blues' list, Enzo Fernandez update, the midfielders on club's radar, why Marc Cucurella could be sold and two players shown the door
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15867339/Chelsea-transfer-news-Rogers-Bowen-Fernandez-Cucurella-midfielders.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	After missing out on European football, Chelsea are working to ensure it does not happen again and know how crucial it is that they don't make mistakes in this transfer window.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:00:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea star Alejandro Garnacho shows off his huge new 'Joker' back tattoo - after going under the needle in sessions that cost THOUSANDS
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15867691/Chelsea-star-Alejandro-Garnacho-shows-huge-new-Joker-tattoo-going-needle-sessions-cost-THOUSANDS.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Chelsea star Garnacho, 21, has lots of artwork on his body, with many of his tattoos inspired by pop culture and his faith.
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	'Captain America' Christian Pulisic poses for GQ as USA's star man opens up on leading his country into a home World Cup
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15865129/christian-pulisic-usa-world-cup-milan.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	With less than ten days until the start of the World Cup, United States star Christian Pulisic remains cool, calm and collected before leading his team into battle.
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	PREMIER LEAGUE END OF SEASON REPORT CARD: Which FOUR sides scored an F? Who simply 'must improve'? And which team finishes top of the class?
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15846387/PREMIER-LEAGUE-CLUB-REPORT-CARD-Man-United-Arsenal-Liverpool.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	With the Premier League season done and dusted, it's time to reflect on the campaigns of all 20 top flight sides - from the good, to the bad, to the ugly. And ugly it was for some.
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	Former Chelsea star and Spain captain Alvaro Morata and his wife cancel plans to divorce for a SECOND time
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15864433/Former-Chelsea-star-Spain-captain-Alvaro-Morata-wife-cancel-plans-divorce-SECOND-time.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	The couple, who have four children together - twins Alessandro and Leonardo, seven, Edoardo, five, and, Bella, three - split because they had difficulties in communication at the time.
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	What people inside football are saying about Raheem Sterling: RIATH AL-SAMARRAI on the plummeting fall of ex-England star after drug driving arrest over crashing his Lamborghini
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15860721/raheem-sterling-drug-arrest-football-career.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Had events transpired differently, Raheem Sterling may have boarded a plane for Budapest in the colours of Arsenal on Thursday. Instead, he was driving his Lamborghini.
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      <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	Bayern Munich enter race for Liverpool, Man City and Man United target after missing out on Barcelona's £70m signing Anthony Gordon
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	Bayern are said to be keen after Barcelona beat them to the acquisition of Anthony Gordon for £69.3million from Newcastle.
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	Chelsea to bring back outcast Nicolas Jackson, 24, after Bayern Munich loan and give him chance to impress new boss Xabi Alonso...and his contract still has SEVEN years to run
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15858867/Chelsea-bring-outcast-Nicolas-Jackson-24-Bayern-Munich-loan-chance-impress-new-boss-Xabi-Alonso-contract-SEVEN-years-run.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	With Enzo Maresca no longer at Chelsea, there is now the possibility that Jackson will stay and play for Alonso. However, the Blues have already received queries from several suitors.
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	Neymar turns up for Brazil's World Cup camp INJURED, misses training, and has medical exam until 1 AM - as Premier League star who was brutally axed to make way for him awaits fate
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	The 34-year-old arrived at Carlo Ancelotti's stronghold in a helicopter and under a cloud after injuring his calf while playing for Santos.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:40:47 +0100</pubDate>
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	Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri TEARS UP contract with Lazio for a second time and is 'set to join Serie A rivals' - as Italian managerial merry-go-round melts into chaos
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15854537/Maurizio-Sarri-Lazio-Atalanta-Serie-Chelsea.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	The former Chelsea boss will lead an Italian club in the Europa Conference League next season and could be on a collision course with Brighton.
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	Chelsea slap club-record price tag on Enzo Fernandez with midfielder interested in LEAVING this summer - after flirting with move to Real Madrid
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	Enzo Fernandez is believed to be interested in exiting Chelsea after they failed to qualify for European football next season.
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	Chelsea are hit with FA charge over 'offensive' chanting during Liam Rosenior's first game in charge - in latest blow to the Blues after disappointing campaign
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15852893/Chelsea-FA-charge-chanting-Liam-Rosenior.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	It's alleged that supporters acted in an offensive and abusive way in the 56th minute of Liam Rosenior's first game in charge on January 10, with the FA releasing a statement.
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	£20.7m Chelsea flop demands to leave - kicking off the club's fire sale as Xabi Alonso prepares to swing the axe
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15852225/Let-leave-Chelsea-goalkeeper-Filip-Jorgensen-pleads-exit-club-listen-offers-20m-signing.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Jorgensen, who is 24 years old and keen to become a regular starter at a club, will now be clear to explore his options.
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	Man City outline summer transfer plans and make stance clear on England midfielder Elliot Anderson as they look to kickstart the Enzo Maresca era
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	The England international has long been City's primary target in that area, with captain Bernardo Silva having said his goodbyes after nine years at the club earlier this week.
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	Why Man City decided Enzo Maresca was the only man who could replace Pep Guardiola: How the bond was formed, the reason City insiders compare him to Mikel Arteta and Txiki Begiristain's seal of approval
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15849533/man-city-enzo-maresca-pep-guardiola.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	City will not be without a head coach for long. Maresca has been planning ahead in readiness for a fresh start, wherever that may be, since leaving Chelsea on New Year's Eve.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 02:00:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	All 20 Premier League managers ranked from worst to best: Now that Pep Guardiola has left Manchester City, who takes top spot?
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15849535/Premier-League-managers-ranked-worst-best.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Who is the best Premier League manager? For the last 10 years, it has been a rather pointless debate - any answer other than Pep Guardiola would be wrong. But now we need a new man on the throne.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:46 +0100</pubDate>
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	Premier League points swing table: Did your club improve or flop? As Man United finish 29 POINTS better off than last season while Liverpool, Chelsea and Newcastle all show major drop offs
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15846771/Premier-League-points-swing-table-Man-United-finish-29-POINTS-Liverpool-Chelsea-Newcastle-major-drop-offs.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Man United's third placed finish led to Carrick securing the job on a permanent basis and marked a startling transformation after finishing 15th last season.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 23:00:46 +0100</pubDate>
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	The great Chelsea fire sale: This is who Xabi Alonso should keep, sell and loan in mass overhaul with no Europe for bloated squad - the flop they must get rid of while they still can, their 'untouchables', a liability and forgotten star who can shine again
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15846629/Chelsea-transfers-Alonso-Palmer-Caicedo.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	A large squad was constructed to help cope with a bustling calendar from the Club World Cup onward, but there is no need for a bloated group with only one fixture a week next season.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 17:00:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	OLIVER HOLT: Arsenal's title triumph is the beginning of a new dawn - here's why they will dominate the Premier League for years to come
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	When you look at the landscape of the English game, it appears unlikely Arsenal's dominance is going to end any time soon.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:30:46 +0100</pubDate>
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	Xabi Alonso walks into an utterly unserious, entitled team with dire discipline. Chelsea may need a mass exodus - and Wesley Fofana isn't the only player the new boss could be happy to sell, writes KIERAN GILL
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15840315/Xabi-Alonso-utterly-unserious-entitled-Chelsea-exodus.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	SUNDERLAND 2-1 CHELSEA - KIERAN GILL AT THE STADIUM OF LIGHT: Embarrassingly and extraordinarily, Chelsea are not in Europe next season. Brilliantly, Sunderland are.
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 18:57:33 +0100</pubDate>
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	Premier League final day RECAP: West Ham are RELEGATED as Tottenham survive, Chelsea embarrassed, Arsenal partying, Man United win 3-0, Pep Guardiola says goodbye
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15837763/2025-26-Premier-League-Final-Day-Tottenham-vs-Everton-West-Ham-vs-Leeds-Crystal-Palace-vs-Arsenal.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Relive Daily Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates from the final day of the 2025-26 Premier League as Arsenal are crowned champions at Selhurst Park.
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	Revealed: How Arsenal got off the Premier League's naughty step to become VAR angels - as Gunners' remarkable discipline record is revealed
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	With their first Premier League trophy in 22 years, Arsenal have finally put to bed the bottling allegations.
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      <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 09:10:15 +0100</pubDate>
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	Rafa Benitez is SACKED by Panathinaikos as former Liverpool and Chelsea boss leaves fourth job in five years
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	The Spaniard, who also coached the likes of Real Madrid, Everton and Newcastle, was appointed in October on a two-and-a-half-year deal. He led them to a fourth-place finish in the league.
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      <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 19:30:04 +0100</pubDate>
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	Cristiano Ronaldo is SNUBBED as Saudi Pro League Player of the Season despite finally winning a major trophy with Al-Nassr - with Chelsea flop picking up the award over £480,000-a-day star
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15842747/cristiano-ronaldo-saudi-pro-league-player-season-snub.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nassr beat Damac 4-1 on the final day of the season on Thursday, clinching the £177million-a-year forward his first league title since joining over three years ago.
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      <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 10:26:42 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea agree to sign former Brighton star from sister club Strasbourg - marking the 13th deal between the two BlueCo clubs since start of last season
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15842147/Chelsea-agree-sign-former-Brighton-star-Strasbourg.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	The defender, who has been playing as a midfielder, would become the second player to join Chelsea this summer, with Emanuel Emegha having already agreed a move.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:49:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	Liverpool work on deal to sign highly-rated 17-year-old midfielder who has already drawn comparisons to Brazil legend Kaka - as they look to steal a march on interested Chelsea and Bayern Munich
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15841521/Liverpool-work-deal-sign-highly-rated-17-year-old-midfielder.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	SIMON JONES: The 17-year-old attacking midfielder from Atletico Nacional has also been tracked by Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich and Chelsea.
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	'He's got a great football brain, just like Kenny Dalglish': Ian Rush, John Terry and more who know Mohamed Salah best reveal the secrets of his rise to an 'all-time Liverpool great' via yoga, cappuccinos in Italy... and a Terry rollocking!
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15841015/Kenny-Dalglish-Mo-Salah-Liverpool-Ian-Rush-John-Terry.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Mohamed Salah takes his final Anfield bow on Sunday, departing as one of the Premier League's all-time greats. Here, those who have been part of his journey talk about the man and the player.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:00:49 +0100</pubDate>
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	Tottenham legend Glenn Hoddle launches withering attack on club captain Cristian Romero as defender jets back to Argentina to get fit in time for World Cup - and misses Spurs' relegation decider
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15840485/tottenham-cristian-romero-glenn-hoddle-criticism.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	SIMON JONES: Glenn Hoddle has launched a withering attack on club captain Cristian Romero for his plan to stay in Argentina this weekend rather than support Tottenham.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:50:39 +0100</pubDate>
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	Pep Guardiola finally confirms he is QUITTING Man City and will leave the Premier League after 10 years - with Enzo Maresca ready to take over
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15840061/pep-guardiola-confirms-exit-man-city.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Pep Guardiola has officially confirmed that he is bringing an end to his illustrious decade in charge of Manchester City this weekend.
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	Now Harry Maguire's WIFE wades into England row: WAG joins mother-in-law in blasting Thomas Tuchel after Man United star was axed from his World Cup squad
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15839905/harry-maguire-england-world-cup-row.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Harry Maguire's wife has joined her in-laws in publicly condemning Thomas Tuchel following his shock decision to axe the Manchester United star from England's World Cup squad.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 09:12:48 +0100</pubDate>
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	Harry Maguire is AXED from England's 26-man World Cup squad with his furious mum 'absolutely disgusted' by Thomas Tuchel's decision - with German making some other notable omissions
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15838277/harry-maguire-england-squad-axe-levi-colwill.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Maguire, 33, is understood to be incredulous at the decision. He said: 'I was confident I could have played a major part this summer for my country after the season I've had.
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	Chelsea join the race with Arsenal for Bournemouth star, 19, after brilliant breakthrough season in the Premier League
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15836907/Chelsea-join-race-Bournemouth.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Chelsea have openly said they are now searching for 'ready-made' signings ahead of a busy first summer under Xabi Alonso - but that does not mean they will disregard emerging talents.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 11:30:39 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>
	What Aston Villa's Europa League triumph means in the race for European football - and how Bournemouth or Brighton can STILL qualify for next season's Champions League
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15835853/Aston-Villa-Europa-League-triumph-European-football-Bournemouth-Brighton.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	By dismantling Freiburg 3-0 in Istanbul on Wednesday night, Villa have potentially opened the door to the possibility of a sixth Premier League side qualifying for the Champions League.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:45:52 +0100</pubDate>
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	THE SALAH FILES, Part 2: The dominant debut season. How Liverpool's secret scouting missions, data and a crafty deal with Roma turned 'Chelsea reject' into record-breaking Egyptian King
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15820971/Mohamed-Salah-Files-Two-Liverpool-Dominant-Debut.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	LEWIS STEELE: Jurgen Klopp had just three words when he first saw Mohamed Salah play, in a friendly for Basel against the German's Borussia Dortmund side. 'What the f***!'
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:46 +0100</pubDate>
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	Roberto De Zerbi tells his Spurs stars their final day relegation showdown is more important than last year's Europa League win because 'pride and dignity' are on the line
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15832467/Roberto-Zerbi-Spurs-relegation.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: After losing to Chelsea, Spurs will go into their final-day showdown with Everton above relegation rivals West Ham, who face Leeds, by just two points.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea's Xabi Alonso audition: How stars rated as under-performers face the axe under new manager
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15831493/Chelsea-2-1-Tottenham-PLAYER-RATINGS.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	Tottenham missed the chance to secure their Premier League status after suffering a 2-1 defeat at Chelsea, who boosted their hopes for European qualification.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:12:11 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham: This defeat keeps Spurs mired in a relegation hell until the very last day of the campaign and rekindles West Ham's glimmer of hope they can escape the drop, writes MATT BARLOW
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830129/Chelsea-2-1-Tottenham-defeat-keeps-Spurs-mired-relegation-hell-day-campaign-rekindles-West-Hams-glimmer-hope-escape-drop-writes-MATT-BARLOW.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	MATT BARLOW AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Tottenham supporters travel to Stamford Bridge not only fearing the worst but expecting it.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:50:42 +0100</pubDate>
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	Chelsea vs Tottenham - Premier League RECAP: Spurs lose at Stamford Bridge to deepen their relegation fears - with their top-flight status now going down to final game of the season
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830095/Chelsea-vs-Tottenham-Premier-2025-26-League-LIVE-Result.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Relive  Daily Mail Sport's live blogs for the latest score, team news and updates as Chelsea host Tottenham at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:02:11 +0100</pubDate>
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	I saw Enzo Maresca up close - this is what he will bring to Manchester City... if they can resist Chelsea court battle: The City star who's perfect for 'Diet Pep', the player spats and just how far back his dalliance to replace Guardiola goes
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830507/Enzo-Maresca-Chelsea-Manchester-City.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	After all that guzzling on champagne football over the last decade, it is time for change at Manchester City. So what will it be? 'Diet Pep', please, barkeep.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:00:32 +0100</pubDate>
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	THE SALAH FILES, Part 1: The rocky road to the top. A humble home that built Mohamed Salah, where it went wrong at Chelsea and what Liverpool saw that no one else did
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15820781/Mohamed-Salah-Files-One-Liverpool-Rocky-Road.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	THE SALAH FILES - PART ONE: It is wrong to say that Mohamed Salah's journey is a one-in-a-million story. The odds of this boy making it are in fact a lot greater than that.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:58:58 +0100</pubDate>
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	Xabi Alonso's 'first Chelsea signing' announces exit from his club ahead of summer transfer to Stamford Bridge
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15829851/Xabi-Alonso-Chelsea-signing-announces-exit.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	The star has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, and he has revealed that he will not be playing for the French side - Chelsea's sister club - next season ahead of his move.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:58:07 +0100</pubDate>
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	Family of Premier League star who was brutally axed by Brazil for the World Cup react to the moment he was cut - while recalled Neymar pockets £4.5m inside one hour after replacing him
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830747/joao-pedro-brazil-world-cup-axe.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	His axeing was made all the more brutal after footage emerged of his nearest and dearest gathering in Sao Paolo to watch Ancelotti's squad announcement.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:51:20 +0100</pubDate>
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	Row erupts over Enzo Maresca to Man City with Chelsea threatening legal action if they don't pay up compensation for their former manager to replace Pep Guardiola
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830787/Furious-Chelsea-DEMAND-compensation-Man-City-Enzo-Maresca-appointment-Blues-threatening-legal-action-against-Premier-League-rivals.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Stamford Bridge officials were left incensed with the Italian amid allegations he had spoken with City while still in post with them.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:22:02 +0100</pubDate>
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830787/Furious-Chelsea-DEMAND-compensation-Man-City-Enzo-Maresca-appointment-Blues-threatening-legal-action-against-Premier-League-rivals.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <title>
	Enzo Maresca agrees three-year deal to replace Pep Guardiola as Man City boss
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830039/Enzo-Maresca-agrees-three-year-deal-replace-Pep-Guardiola-Man-City-boss.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Enzo Maresca is believed to have signed a three-year deal to replace outgoing Man City manager Pep Guardiola, after it was revealed that he will be leaving at the end of the season. 
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 08:56:59 +0100</pubDate>
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830039/Enzo-Maresca-agrees-three-year-deal-replace-Pep-Guardiola-Man-City-boss.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Neymar, 34, is handed a stunning Brazil recall by Carlo Ancelotti for World Cup - as TWO Premier League stars are brutally axed
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15829019/neymar-brazil-squad-world-cup-2026.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	Ancelotti unveiled his squad on Monday evening boasting a wealth of attacking talent.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>
	Roberto De Zerbi tells his Tottenham players to use Chelsea's hatred to inspire them as they seek crucial points in relegation battle: 'Imagine celebrating the win in their stadium!'
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15828921/Roberto-Zerbi-tells-Tottenham-players-use-Chelseas-hatred.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Roberto De Zerbi wants his Tottenham players to use Chelsea's hatred as fuel to hunt down the point they need to avoid relegation.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:30:45 +0100</pubDate>
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	Kai Havertz commits a VERY risky tackle as Arsenal maintain their spotless red card record this season - but as Gunners fans breathe a sigh of relief, should the striker have been sent off?
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15828951/kai-havertz-arsenal-tackle-burnley.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	After a weekend of controversial refereeing decisions, it seems Arsenal may have been given a helping hand of their own.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:41:26 +0100</pubDate>
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	Feyenoord 'DENY they will give Raheem Sterling a new contract' as he faces free-agent wilderness after failing to score a single goal since Chelsea exit - despite boss Robin van Persie defending him
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15828121/Feyenoord-DENY-Raheem-Sterling-new-contract-faces-free-agent-wilderness-failing-score-single-goal-Chelsea-exit-despite-boss-Robin-van-Persie-defending-him.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Sterling, 31, joined the Dutch club in February, playing eight times before the end of the campaign. He failed to score a goal, but picked up one assist. His last game came on Sunday.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:09:54 +0100</pubDate>
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	Why Man City can't afford to lose 'heartbeat' Rodri this summer, the truth about Real Madrid links and how club hope Spaniard can lure Elliot Anderson to the Etihad, writes JACK GAUGHAN
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827703/man-city-rodri-real-madrid-contract.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	To underline the enduring importance of City's heartbeat, Pep Guardiola could not bear to hand in his Wembley team sheet without the No 16 on it. Rodri wasn't fit. It didn't stop Guardiola.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:26 +0100</pubDate>
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	Jose Mourinho walks into chaos at Real Madrid - fighting between stars, the provoking racism row he sparked and a team left behind by Barcelona: This hiring shows how desperate they are, writes IAN LADYMAN
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827715/jose-mourinho-real-madrid-chaos.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	Only a desperate football club would hire the 2026 version of Jose Mourinho. At Real Madrid, they have held the door wide open.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:26:32 +0100</pubDate>
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	The not-so-supercomputer! Football fans call out AI-powered Premier League prediction which now looks set to be wrong over EVERY position
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827049/The-not-supercomputer-Football-fans-call-AI-powered-Premier-League-prediction-looks-set-wrong-position.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	The supercomputer is a predictive AI model which determines the likelihood of match results and end-of-season standings, with it becoming increasingly popular over recent years.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:43:25 +0100</pubDate>
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	Xabi Alonso's first moves as manager of Chelsea: SIX players who are likely to be on a transfer list and a wake-up call for the 'untouchables' while creating a new culture
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827339/Xabi-Alsonso-Chelsea-Liam-Rosenior-Cole-Palmer-Florian-Wirtz.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Chelsea secured their top choice in Xabi Alonso as their new manager and here, Daily Mail Sport lists his most pressing items of business as he prepares to officially start work on July 1.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:11:57 +0100</pubDate>
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	Mohamed Salah's vindictive, bitter and petulant attack on Arne Slot made him look like a bully. And the irony is the departing striker's woeful form is partly to blame for Liverpool's miserable season, writes OLIVER HOLT
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827161/mohamed-salah-attack-bully-arne-slot-liverpool.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Mohamed Salah is a giant of a player who has trailed joy and triumph in his wake at Anfield. But what he did on Saturday made him look like a little man, not a hero.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:52 +0100</pubDate>
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	Xabi Alonso inherits one of the most unpleasant players in Chelsea's mess, the relegation-threatened star Liverpool should buy - and Sky's dreadful interview choice: IAN LADYMAN on My Football Weekend
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827023/xabi-alonso-chelsea-liverpool-salah.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	Xabi Alonso is to be the next man to try and fix Chelsea's problem and at least there are early signs of a shift in the way things will work off the Kings Road. It's a start.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:46 +0100</pubDate>
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	Jose Mourinho RETURNS as Real Madrid manager - despite Iker Casillas's attempts to block his comeback
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      <link>
	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15827043/jose-mourinho-real-madrid-return-casillas.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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      <description>
	Mourinho, who is currently manager at Benfica in his native Portugal, is making a controversial return to the Bernabeu - despite the protests of club legend Iker Casillas.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:44:59 +0100</pubDate>
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	Nuno Espirito Santo makes brutally honest relegation admission after West Ham's chastening loss at Newcastle - and Hammers' fate could be sealed in just TWO days
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	Everton 1-3 Sunderland: Black Cats keep European dream alive with two late goals to leapfrog Toffees AND Chelsea ahead of huge final day clash against the Blues
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	Late goals kept alive Sunderland's chances of European football as they came from behind to beat Everton 3-1 and ruin Toffees captain Seamus Coleman's final appearance for the club.
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	Revealed: The Premier League club who have entered race with Chelsea and Brighton for £43.6m-rated Bundesliga star, 19, who could make Germany's World Cup squad
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	Said El Mala has had a standout season and is in contention to be named in Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann's squad for the World Cup when it is announced on Thursday.
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	Revealed: The promises made to Xabi Alonso to convince him to become new Chelsea boss, including details of plans for a whirlwind first transfer window - and what his 'manager' title really means amid the club's power struggle
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15825137/The-promises-Alonso-Chelsea.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Even Alonso's experience of the madhouse that is Real Madrid, where he was harshly sacked after seven months, will help now that he is tasked with improving slipping standards inside Chelsea.
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	Xabi Alonso is confirmed as Chelsea's new manager on four-year contract - becoming the first Blues boss in 13 YEARS not to be named head coach as club owners take new approach with Liverpool icon
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	The former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen boss will start in his new role at Stamford Bridge on July 1 after agreeing a four-year contract with the Blues.
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	Pep Guardiola's Man City future is uncertain, but this FA Cup triumph showed exactly what he will miss if he leaves this summer, writes JACK GAUGHAN
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	JACK GAUGHAN: He says it is 20 major trophies. We say 17. Irrespective of your views on the Community Shield, Pep Guardiola's record in England stands alone.
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	The key issue that Xabi Alonso must fix first at Chelsea, why it's crunch time for Robert Sanchez - and the star giving Thomas Tuchel a World Cup headache, writes KIERAN GILL
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15821769/The-key-issue-Xabi-Alonso-fix-Chelsea-crunch-time-Robert-Sanchez-star-giving-Thomas-Tuchel-World-Cup-headache-writes-KIERAN-GILL.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	KIERAN GILL AT WEMBLEY: They wanted to stifle the attacking might of Manchester City with Calum McFarlane bidding to do so by borrowing a 3-4-2-1 set-up.
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	Sam Kerr shoots down rumour about moving to American team before equalling a record in fairytale farewell at Chelsea
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	The 32-year-old signed off at Stamford Bridge in her own inimitable style in a win over Manchester United.
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	Revealed: Prince William's cheeky message for Pep Guardiola as Man City boss celebrates winning his 20TH major trophy since joining the club a decade ago - and the Aston Villa-loving royal poses for a selfie with Rayan Cherki!
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	He was on domestic cup duty on Saturday as City saw off the challenge of Chelsea to win their second trophy this season, following a Carabao Cup triumph over Arsenal in March.
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	Man City claim their first Women's Super League title in a decade - but history-making forward faces uncertain future
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	TARA ANSON-WALSH: City steamrolled West Ham with a 4-1 win to end the season on the perfect note, but how they build on this triumph may depend on the future of their goalscoring machine.
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	Chelsea set to appoint Xabi Alonso: Blues reach full agreement to make Liverpool icon their new manager after FA Cup heartbreak at Wembley
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	KIERAN GILL AND SIMON JONES: Alonso is expected to sign a four-year contract, which is currently being finalised with an announcement to follow.
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	Man City win the FA Cup! Pep Guardiola's side beat Chelsea 1-0 in Wembley final thanks to Antoine Semenyo stunner as Prince William watches on
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15821747/Man-City-win-FA-Cup-Pep-Guardiola-Chelsea.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	OLIVER HOLT AT WEMBLEY: When the final whistle went, Guardiola was subdued at first. He nodded slowly and turned to his left to walk the few yards towards Chelsea 's young coach.
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	Chelsea 0-1 Man City FA Cup Final PLAYER RATINGS: Who defended resolutely for the winners? Which player showed off vigour and competitiveness? And who was a worry for the Blues all afternoon?
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15821763/Chelsea-0-1-Man-City-FA-Cup-Final-PLAYER-RATINGS-defended-resolutely-winners-player-showed-vigour-competitiveness-worry-Blues-afternoon.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	KIERAN GILL AND JACK GAUGHAN AT WEMBLEY: Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 to win an eighth FA Cup title and their second trophy of the season.
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	Chelsea vs Manchester City - FA Cup final RECAP: All the reaction after Antoine Semenyo's moment of magic helps Pep Guardiola win his fourth Cup in pursuit of a domestic treble
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	https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15820557/Chelsea-vs-Manchester-City-2025-26-FA-Cup-final-LIVE-Result.html?ns_mchannel=rss&amp;ito=1490&amp;ns_campaign=1490
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	Relive  Daily Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Chelsea and Manchester City clash at Wembley in the FA Cup final.
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	Barcelona chief Deco heads to FA Cup final to sound out move for £55m Chelsea star Joao Pedro - as Spanish champions announce Robert Lewandowski's summer exit
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	The 48-year-old Barcelona executive and former Chelsea midfielder has been in London this week for a series of meetings ahead of formulating transfer plans for the summer.
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	Calum McFarlane reveals how he escapes from Chelsea chaos with the help of his two-year-old son as interim manager prepares his underdogs for Man City FA Cup showdown at Wembley
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	Romeo Lavia responds to accusations Chelsea stars 'downed tools' to get rid of Liam Rosenior and whether winning the FA Cup would save their season
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	'It was a blessing to have them as my coaches': From Whyteleafe to Wembley (via Norway), the making of Calum McFarlane and his crew of Chelsea rookies ready to take down Pep Guardiola
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	Has Justin Rose leaked Chelsea's new kit? Golfer arrives at the PGA Championship sporting retro Blues shirt
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	Rose arrived at the PGA Championship in Pennsylvania on Thursday sporting a retro-looking Chelsea strip - but nobody could place when it was from.
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	Chelsea 'bomb squad' star reveals the tough life inside the £200m 'survivor show-like' dressing room of outcasts where he was struggling and 'eating poorly'
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	The central defender revealed he had struggled with being out of Chelsea's first team set-up, leaving him without the focus of first team training or matches.
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	Arne Slot says he has 'every reason to believe' he will be Liverpool manager next season despite growing scrutiny over his future - as Arsenal face fitness fight: PREMIER LEAGUE LIVE
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	The Reds head coach has been under scrutiny for several months after the Premier League champions' title defence fell apart and Liverpool had to settle for a top five finish.
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	From the 'mini David Beckham' to the new Eberechi Eze and a Rodri clone: Meet the six young stars ready to light up the FA Youth Cup final as Man City take on rivals Man United
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	Manchester City take on rivals Manchester United in the FA Youth Cup final on Thursday at the Etihad academy campus in what promises to be a fascinating match.
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