Lampard hoping Derby can follow Chelsea’s example as history beckons
Frank Lampard has compared Derby’s play-off final showdown to Chelsea’s crucial Champions League qualification which changed the course of the club’s future.
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Wayne Bridge backs Chelsea for Europa League glory but fears for their future
Wayne Bridge has backed Chelsea for Europa League glory but fears his former club is hampered by unhappiness and facing a bleak short-term future.
Smith won’t be asking for Lampard’s words of wisdom at Wembley
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith is out to silence Frank Lampard at Wembley after already hearing his words of wisdom.
Chelsea Supporters Trust criticise club over Europa League final arrangements
Chelsea Supporters Trust has criticised the club over their handling of ticket arrangements for next week’s controversial Europa League final against Arsenal in Baku.
Frank Lampard to hold Derby talks after play-off final amid Chelsea speculation
Frank Lampard will hold talks over his future with Derby owner Mel Morris after Monday’s Sky Bet Championship play-off final.
Tottenham can kickstart trophy run with Champions League win – Mourinho
Jose Mourinho believes Tottenham could go on a trophy spree if they can win the Champions League final next week.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Colombian James Rodriguez looks to be in high demand as rumours swirl his loan spell at Bayern Munich is coming to an end. After an unsettled period with Real Madrid, the 27-year-old has spent the last two years with the Bundesliga champions but is now reportedly ready for a move. With Zinedine Zidane overhauling his Real squad, Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal have all been put on alert to the midfielder’s situation, the Mirror reports.
A history of Chelsea v Arsenal in pictures
Chelsea and Arsenal meet in the Europa League final in Baku’s Olympic Stadium on Wednesday, May 29. The London rivals have crossed paths across plenty of competitions in the past and here, Press Association Sport looks through its archive at some of the best images from previous meetings.
Baku or bust for Chelsea and Arsenal
Chelsea and Arsenal will meet in the Europa League final on May 29 after taking a long and winding road to the Olympic Stadium in Baku.
Chelsea’s route to the Europa League final
Chelsea are preparing to face Arsenal in the Europa League final in Baku on May 29.
Arsenal’s route to the Europa League final
Arsenal’s route to the Europa League final in Baku included an earlier trip to the Azerbaijani capital as well as a relocated fixture in Ukraine and some tricky knockout ties.
Petr looking to Cech out with ‘dream’ Europa League glory
Petr Cech is renowned as a safe pair of hands for the last 15 years and now one of the greatest goalkeepers of the Premier League era has even managed to hold onto his dream retirement match.
The major talking points ahead of the Europa League final
Arsenal and Chelsea will contest an all-English Europa League final in Azerbaijan’s capital city Baku on Wednesday.
Arsenal head of football insists he has ‘ammunition’ to convince targets to join
Arsenal have already started their summer recruitment plans and have enough “ammunition” to convince targets to join, according to head of football Raul Sanllehi.
If my future depends on Europa League final, then I want to go now – Sarri
Maurizio Sarri’s future at Chelsea may be up in the air, but the Italian insists it does not hinge on winning next week’s Europa League final.
Sarri to discuss Chelsea future after Europa League final
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri will discuss his future with the club following the Europa League final against Arsenal as he wants “to know if they are happy” with him.
Amnesty: Don’t let Azerbaijan hide its human rights abuses behind football
Amnesty International has increased the pressure on European football’s governing body UEFA by saying Azerbaijan must not be allowed to “sportswash its appalling human rights record” by staging high-profile football matches.
Pulisic hopes for chance to play alongside Hazard
Christian Pulisic hopes he can reach the same heights as Eden Hazard when he begins his Chelsea career this summer – and also wants to play alongside the Belgium international next season.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Liverpool have identified up to 12 players in case of the departure of striker Daniel Sturridge, according to the Daily Mail. Among the line-up are Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, Ajax’s Hakim Ziyech and David Neres, and Lyon’s Bertrand Traore, who had a taste of the Premier League with Chelsea between 2014 and 2017.
Arsenal plan UEFA meeting over Henrikh Mkhitaryan absence in Europa League final
Arsenal plan to meet with UEFA to express their fury after Henrikh Mkhitaryan decided against playing in the Europa League final over security fears.
Petr Cech insists ‘sole focus’ is on trying to win the Europa League
Petr Cech maintains his “sole focus” is to help Arsenal win the Europa League following a report the goalkeeper was set to return to his former club Chelsea in a sporting director role.
Chelsea quiet on report of Petr Cech returning to club in sporting director role
Chelsea have declined to comment on a report former goalkeeper Petr Cech will return to the club in a sporting director role.
Emery respects Mkhitaryan decision but calls it ‘bad news’ for Arsenal
Unai Emery respects the “personal” nature of Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s decision not to play in the Europa League final but concedes it is “bad news” for his Arsenal side.
Chelsea Flower Show displays focus on health and power of nature
Gardens focusing on health, well-being and the power of nature, including an exhibit designed by the Duchess of Cambridge, feature at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show.
UEFA pledges to work with Arsenal and Chelsea over fans’ Baku travel issues
UEFA has defended the decision to award Baku the 2019 Europa League final, but vowed to work with Arsenal and Chelsea to help get their fans to the match.
Blues considering move for Neres if appeal over transfer ban is successful
Chelsea could turn their search for a new striker towards Ajax’s David Neres with Luka Jovic poised to sign for Real Madrid.
Loftus-Cheek ‘more confused than sad’ over Achilles injury
Ruben Loftus-Cheek has revealed his “confusion” at the prospect of facing as long as a year sidelined after Achilles surgery.
UEFA writes letter to Arsenal over Europa League final issues
UEFA has called for a “joint effort” with Arsenal to help fans get to the Europa League final against Chelsea in Baku.
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek set for lengthy spell on sidelines
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek has ruptured his Achilles tendon and will have surgery on Thursday night.
5 players who have suffered serious Achilles injuries like Ruben Loftus-Cheek
Chelsea and England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is facing a spell on the sidelines after rupturing his Achilles tendon during a friendly in the United States.