Do Chelsea need to qualify for European football? - Chelsea reporter Dom Smith weighs up the pros and cons of a trip to the continent

An independent Appeal Board has allowed an appeal by Chelsea FC in relation to a breach of FA Rule E20.1. The FA charged Chelsea FC and West Ham United FC with a breach of FA Rule E20.1 following the mass confrontation at their Premier League game on Saturday 31 January 2026.

Chelsea's sporting leadership and directors, namely owners and the five-strong sporting director team, have released a statement in the matchday programme.

Chelsea FC losing the 2026 FA Cup final 1-0 to Manchester City will have been disappointing for the club’s fans. But perhaps the result was not hugely surprising, as the London club hasn’t had a brilliant season on the pitch.

Xabi Alonso reportedly knows his first three transfer targets at Chelsea after being appointed on a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge.

Spurs can all but secure Premier League safety at the home of their London rivals on Tuesday night.

Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley to win the 2026 FA Cup, giving Pep Guardiola his third title in the competition.

From Real Madrid to Chelsea is a bold move from Alonso - but being given the title of manager means he should have more power

Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI) and Chelsea Football Club have connected to heighten the FC’s presence in the United States. Announced on Thursday (May 14), the partnership will focus on the FC’s efforts to boost engagement across American culture,