By Darasimi Oshodi “I don’t feel comfortable enough to tell you what I think about the game. We’re in trouble. It is a concern [conceding so many goals]. I don’t like it, I don’t organise my teams to be like this.” Jose Mourinho, December, 2013 I have got a huge respect for Jose Mourinho, even… Continue reading The Demystification of Jose Mourinho
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Chelsea FC Beat Manchester United Miserably in Capital One Cup
By Alistair Magowan Chelsea’s attackers were too much for a young Manchester United defence as they won to book a place against Leeds in the Capital One Cup last eight. Chelsea made two defensive errors as Ryan Giggs and Javier Hernandez scored either side of David Luiz’s penalty. Gary Cahill made it 2-2 and it… Continue reading Chelsea FC Beat Manchester United Miserably in Capital One Cup
Former Chelsea Boss Andre Villas-Boas Appointed Tottenham Hotspur Manager
Former Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas has been appointed the new head coach of Tottenham Hotspur, three weeks after Harry Redknapp was sacked. Villas-Boas, 34, returns to football on a three-year contract four months after his dismissal at Chelsea. “For me, this is one of the most exciting coaching positions in the Premier League,” said Villas-Boas.… Continue reading Former Chelsea Boss Andre Villas-Boas Appointed Tottenham Hotspur Manager
Chelsea to Appointment Roberto Di Matteo as Permanent Manager
Chelsea are expected to confirm the permanent appointment of Roberto Di Matteo as manager this week. The Italian’s representatives spent the weekend in talks with Chelsea officials and the 41-year-old has been assured he is the man Roman Abramovich wants. Di Matteo has agreed to accept the position in principle and the remaining contractual issues… Continue reading Chelsea to Appointment Roberto Di Matteo as Permanent Manager
Ten-Men Chelsea Stun Barcelona in Championship League
Chelsea are into the final of the Champions League after surviving John Terry’s red card to seal a truly remarkable victory over Barcelona. The Blues were in serious trouble after goals from Sergio Busquets and Andres Iniesta put Barca ahead either side of Terry’s red card for violent conduct. But Ramires strode forward to chip… Continue reading Ten-Men Chelsea Stun Barcelona in Championship League
Asamoah Gyan leaves Sunderland for UAE side Al-Ain
Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan has signed for United Arab Emirates side Al-Ain on loan. The Ghanaian joined Sunderland from French club Rennes in August 2010 for £13m. But on Friday, Sunderland boss Steve Bruce claimed “parasites” turned Gyan’s head after his goal in the 1-1 draw with England at Wembley in March. And on Saturday… Continue reading Asamoah Gyan leaves Sunderland for UAE side Al-Ain
Drogba Catches Malaria
Chelsea’s Didier Drogba has been treated for malaria and will be fit to face Fulham in the Premier League on Wednesday night. The Ivory Coast forward complained of a fever on the eve of Sunday’s match against Liverpool and only came on as a second-half substitute in a 2-0 loss. “Obviously he lost power and… Continue reading Drogba Catches Malaria