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One club would theoretically jump eight places in a world where VAR did not have a say.

Attacking midfielders offer something truly unique.

The Blues are no strangers to spending in January, though they have been focusing exclusively on younger players.

A hectic beginning to 2026 awaits Enzo Maresca and Chelsea after their January schedule was fully confirmed.

Leading the table at Christmas doesn’t guarantee the title, but it’s usually a strong sign of where things are headed.

Arsenal were confirmed as Chelsea's Carabao Cup semi-final opponents after victory over Crystal Palace on penalties.

Arsenal hold a narrow lead over Manchester City at the heart of the festive period.

There are plenty of big names likely who could be on the move over the winter period.

Bradley Barcola, Karim Adeyemi, Raheem Sterling, Joshua Zirkzee, Yan Diomande and more feature in the gossip.

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Enzo Maresca believes England manager Thomas Tuchel should consider attending the Chelsea and Aston Villa match on Saturday, which will feature a clash between Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers.

Some of the game’s greats have flown under the radar by living in the shadow of others.

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea's Premier League clash against Aston Villa on Saturday evening.

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Some players are so gifted that they can do it all in the heart of the park.

Christmas dinner will be tasting a little sweeter for manager Enzo Maresca.

Enzo Maresca is expected to make a few minor tweaks in the team for Saturday's Premier League home match against Aston Villa.

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Chelsea host in-form Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Saturday evening.

Enzo Maresca said the players will only have another day off on Christmas before continuing their preparation for Saturday's Premier League home match against Aston Villa.

Chelsea’s search for attacking reinforcements is not thought to have ended.

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The Cityzens last dispatched Nottingham Forest in last season’s FA Cup semifinals.

Liverpool have steadied themselves in recent weeks and are six games unbeaten.

Arsenal can ill-afford anything but victory against Brighton with two title hopefuls on their tail.

Manchester United sprung a tactical surprise as they secured a much-needed 1–0 victory over Newcastle United on Friday. Ruben Amorim had spent the past few week

The Cityzens will hope to extend their seven-game winning streak in their final match of 2025.

Arsenal can’t let up in their hunt for Premier League glory.

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