Tag: Chelsea
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Phrases from Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho enter Oxford English Dictionary
The phrase ‘squeaky bum time’, which was coined by Sir Alexander Ferguson, and former Chelsea boss, Jose Mourinho, expression ‘parking the bus’ have been found among the new words added in the recent quarterly update of the Oxford English Dictionary. The iconic quips from Ferguson and Mourinho have made their way into the Oxford English…
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‘I acted as a young kid’ – Mikel Obi recounts signing for Man Utd
Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi says picking Chelsea over Manchester United in a highly controversial transfer in 2006 was the “best decision” of his career. The midfielder, who retired last week at the age of 35, was the subject of a bitter dispute between the Red Devils and the Blues in 2005, before…
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Why Mourinho played me as defensive midfielder – Mikel
Former Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi has revealed why former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho played him deeper in the midfield during his time at the London club. Mikel described his time under Jose ‘The Special One’ Mourinho as rewarding.
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EPL: Arsenal, Chelsea secure maximum points, Liverpool draw
Arsenal secured three maximum points after defeating Tottenham 3-1 on Saturday afternoon at the Emirate. Arsenal have been unbeaten at the Emirate against Tottenham since 2010. Mikel Arteta’s men’s early dominance was rewarded in the first half as Thomas Partey curled in a sublime effort from outside the box.
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I just have to prove myself to Potter – Pulisic
Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic says he’s looking forward to working with new manager Graham Potter. Pulisic, who has a contract until the summer of 2024, insists he wants to convince Potter that he deserves a regular place in the starting XI. The USA captain has been critical of former manager Thomas Tuchel in his upcoming…
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John Terry reacts as Mikel Obi retires from professional football
Former Chelsea captain, John Terry, has reacted to his ex-colleague, John Obi Mikel, retirement from professional football after a trophy-laden career. Obi announced his retirement on Tuesday via his social media account. The 35-year-old, who has a 20-year professional career and played a key role as Chelsea FC secured a first Champions League trophy in…
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Tuchel risks deportation from UK after Chelsea sack
Sacked Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is at risk of deportation from the UK. Tuchel was replaced by Graham Potter at Chelsea earlier this month.
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Chelsea sack commercial director just month into job
Chelsea said they have terminated the employment of commercial director Damian Willoughby with immediate effect. The English Premier League side said Willoughby’s sacking came after receiving evidence he had sent “inappropriate messages” before his appointment.
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Joining Real Madrid not a dream come true – Rudiger
Real Madrid defender Toni Rudiger admits making the move to the Spanish was beyond his wildest dreams. Rudiger signed for Real in a Bosman deal this past summer after coming off contract at Chelsea.
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Tuchel was the reason I joined Chelsea – Zakaria
Chelsea midfielder Denis Zakaria admits he moved to Stamford Bridge because of Blues former manager, Thomas Tuchel. The Swiss is on loan at the London club from Juventus.