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The Brazilian’s glittering show in midweek should frighten the Blues’ weekend opponents.

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João Pedro stole the show in Naples, as Chelsea qualified for the Champions League round of 16.

Joao Pedro put in a Man of the Match performance for Chelsea as the Blues qualified for the Champions League last-16 through the top eight with victory over Napoli.

Only 24 teams survived an action-packed league phase.

Liam Rosenior has named his Chelsea side to face Napoli in the Champions League.

The winger is looking to reignite his career after falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge.

It may cost Chelsea up to £22m to terminate Raheem Sterling's contract amid the club's effort to find suitors for the exiled winger.

The Blues urged “extreme caution” ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League match.

Liam Rosenior said he plans to have a conversation with young centre-back Aaron Anselmino, who has just been recalled from his loan at Borussia Dortmund.

The league phase draws to a close with 18 games kicking off simultaneously.

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The Champions League legacy of Antonio Conte could be damaged further.

Adam Wharton, Erling Haaland, Julián Alvarez and Andy Robertson all feature in today’s gossip.

Liam Rosenior is expected to field his strongest available line-up to secure a win against Napoli and, consequently, a top-eight finish in the Champions League.

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Chelsea's travelling squad for their Champions League fixture against Napoli has been confirmed.

The Blues will view the game as must-win in a bid to automatically reach the Champions League last 16.

All 18 of the Champions League fixtures will get underway at the same time on Wednesday night as the league phase concluded.

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Antonio Conte highlighted the difference in spending power between Napoli and Chelsea ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash in Italy.

Chelsea may have to rely on "contingency plans" after being beaten to the loan signing of midfielder Douglas Luiz by Aston Villa, according to reports.

Young Chelsea winger Tyrique George is expected to leave the club very soon, but the Blues have ruled out any deal for defender Josh Acheampong, according to reports.

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The Reds continue to hunt a first Premier League win of 2026.

There was more frustration in the Champions League despite beating Qarabağ 6–0.

The interim manager has made the perfect start against elite opposition.

The battle to be Arsenal’s number one striker is well and truly on.

Manchester City jumped in to sign the England centre back earlier this month.

The Red Devils’ recruitment strategy has taken another twist.

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There’s a number of off-field talking points distracting from the overall spectacle.