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Tuchel happy despite narrow win against Malmo

Chelsea Head Coach Thomas Tuchel expressed his happiness after the Blues earned a narrow 1-0 away win against Malmo in Champions League. The European champions need just one point from their remaining two games to progress to the knockout stages of the competition. A solitary goal from Hakim Ziyech in the second half proved to

3rd Nov 2021

Solskjaer happy after United’s comeback win

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer emphasised the importance of his team’s belief in their thrilling 3-2 comeback win against Atalanta in Champions League. The Red Devils looked completely out of sorts in the first half conceding two goals, but staged an inspired comeback to win the game late on. Having headed into the break two goals down,

21st Oct 2021

Klopp not a fan of Atletico’s play style

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has admitted he is not a fan of Atletico Madrid’s play style ahead of their Champions League game against the Spanish opposition on Tuesday. The Reds will be seeking revenge after being knocked out by Diego Simeone’s side in the knockout stages of 2019/20 season. Speaking ahead of their away game

18th Oct 2021

Tuchel surprised by Chelsea’s poor display

For the second successive game Chelsea produced an underwhelming performance to succumb to a 1-0 defeat against Juventus in the Champions League. The Blues looked shy of confidence and ideas despite having over 70% of possession against the Italian club. Tuchel’s men have registered just one shot on target in their last two games, and

30th Sep 2021

Kante tests positive for Covid-19

Chelsea have been dealt a huge blow as Head Coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed N’Golo Kante has tested positive for Covid-19. Having already lost Christian Pulisic, Mason Mount and Reece James through injuries, Tuchel would be forced to shuffle his pack when they take on Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday. Kante, who will miss

28th Sep 2021

Lukaku and Rudiger happy after Zenit win

Chelsea had to grind out a victory against Zenit St Petersburg at Stamford Bridge in their group opener. The European champions looked far from their best, but were helped by Romelu Lukaku, who scored his first European goal for Chelsea to win the game. Having struggled to find any clear cut opportunities against Zenit, Chelsea

15th Sep 2021

Man United stunned by Young Boys

Young Boys secured a stunning 2-1 comeback win against Manchester United and gave a reality check to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team in the Champions League. United, who led through Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal in the first half lost their composure after Wan-Bissaka’s red card to concede two goals in the second half. Manchester United, who were

14th Sep 2021

Chelsea vs Zenit – Pre-match briefing

Chelsea Head Coach Thomas Tuchel has confirmed the duo of Pulisic and Kante will miss Champions League opener against Zenit on Tuesday. Tuchel admitted it would be difficult for Chelsea to win the Champions League this season, but insisted they would definitely give their best in the competition. Having replaced Frank Lampard in early January,

13th Sep 2021

Reece James insists Chelsea will get stronger

Chelsea defender Reece James insists the Blues will get stronger after their commanding Champions League final win against Manchester City. James was outstanding in the final for Chelsea as he thwarted City’s attack from the flanks. Fans and pundits praised James and Chilwell for nullifying City’s attack from the wide areas as the Blues restricted

2nd Jun 2021

Rudiger apologises to De Bruyne

Antonio Rudiger has apologised to Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne after the defender’s cynical block resulted in the Belgian being withdrawn in the second half. The Blues went on win the Champions League for the second time in their history after defeating City 1-0. A visibly distraught De Bruyne was reduced to tears as

30th May 2021

Chelsea prepared for penalties if needed, says Tuchel

Chelsea Head Coach Thomas Tuchel revealed his side are prepared if the Champions League final heads to penalties. With the Europa League final going to 21 penalties, Tuchel admitted he has never seen anything like that before. Speaking to reporters, Tuchel said “We always practise penalties when we face a match where it’s possible it

28th May 2021

Rudiger reveals Champions League inspiration

Antonio Rudiger has admitted of trying to emulate Chelsea’s 2012 heroics by winning the Champions League on Saturday when they take on Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. Having been frozen out of the team during Lampard’s reign, the German international has been a mainstay under Thomas Tuchel. Speaking to reporters, Rudiger said “You watch players lifting

27th May 2021

Werner looking forward to Champions League final

Chelsea forward Timo Werner admitted he is looking forward to the Champions League final against Manchester City on Saturday. Having arrived in the summer from RB Leipzig, the German international has been remembered more for the misses than for his 12 goals and 15 assists across all competitions. Werner could still prove the doubters wrong

26th May 2021

Kovacic targeting Champions League glory with Chelsea

Having won three Champions League medals during his time at Real Madrid, Mateo Kovacic is targeting his first with Chelsea when they take on Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday. The Croatian admitted Chelsea are keen to turn a good season into great by winning the Champions League final against Pep Guardiola’s team. The

25th May 2021

Werner praises Kante after Real Madrid win

Chelsea striker Timo Werner has praised N’Golo Kante for the man-of-the-match performance in their 2-0 against Real Madrid in Champions League semifinal return leg. The France international was instrumental in not only interceptions, but also was involved in the build up for both Chelsea goals. Speaking to reporters after the win, Timo Werner praised his

6th May 2021