Chelsea boosted by James and Colwill for Man City semi, Alonso talk grows
Kylian Mbappé hails Xabi Alonso as a ‘GREAT manager’ amid talks with Chelsea, with negotiations reportedly advancing over giving him greater say in recruitment after the FA Cup final.
Sam Kerr volleys winner as Chelsea beat Man Utd 1-0, her 67th WSL and 116th Chelsea goal. Blues still finish third after Arsenal win. Hannah Hampton injured late, Livia Peng denies a late equaliser.
Both teams confirm FA Cup final XIs. City welcome Rodri back. Chelsea publish their lineup as they seek silverware at Wembley. City make five changes from their last game.
Chelsea face a late FA Cup final scare as a player suffers a training injury, creating fresh doubt ahead of Wembley vs Man City.
Reece James and Levi Colwill return as Chelsea chase FA Cup glory and Europa League spot. Sanchez set to start, Enzo Fernández key. Predicted XI includes Palmer and Joao Pedro vs Man City at Wembley.
City’s Nico O’Reilly expects a tough final vs Chelsea, noting their 1-1 draws with Liverpool and City under Calum McFarlane. He says the final ‘can go any way’ but backs City if they stick to plan.
Belgium name on-loan Chelsea youngster Mike Penders in their 2026 World Cup squad, while Romeo Lavia misses out. Keeper set to return to Stamford Bridge after Strasbourg loan.
John Terry backs Joao Pedro to be ‘vital’ vs Man City, highlighting his hold-up play for counters with support from Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer after a 20-goal, 9-assist season.
Chelsea fans unveil ‘BlueCoOut’ and ‘The clowns who destroyed Chelsea’ banners near Wembley ahead of the FA Cup final with Man City, targeting the club’s ownership and board.
Barcelona are told Chelsea value João Pedro at over €100m, with the Blues ready to resist interest after Deco sounded out a move post FA Cup.
Romeo Lavia backs Chelsea’s project, insisting belief remains high: ‘The day I lose belief, I will probably be the first one to leave.’ The midfielder targets a bigger role under the new boss.
