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- Daniel Sturridge blasts key Xabi Alonso decision against Spurs</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/daniel-sturridge-blasts-key-xabi-alonso-decision-against-spurs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5sf2jxbzg</guid><description>Daniel Sturridge believes Xabi Alonso made a mistake not starting Danny Welbeck during Chelsea&#39;s 2-0 defeat to Tottenham.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2412,h_1356,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5sf7xgr8th4hx9nn8.jpg" caption="GLYN KIRK/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Shocking Chelsea statistic comes to light after disastrous Tottenham defeat </title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/shocking-chelsea-statistic-comes-to-light-after-disastrous-tottenham-defeat?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Gray</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5sxr0n31g</guid><description>Chelsea were beaten 2-0 by fierce rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday night, and fans will be shocked by how miserable the last 6 months have been.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:03:54 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2412,h_1356,x_0,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5sxypccmpjg37yqqy.jpg" caption="FBL-ENG-PR-CHELSEA-TOTTENHAM | GLYN KIRK/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Gray"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea become the third club to reach unwanted Premier League milestone</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-become-the-third-club-to-reach-unwanted-premier-league-milestone?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5sk1fga7c</guid><description>Chelsea have been in the Premier League since its creation and are now the third club to reach this unwanted milestone after losing to Tottenham.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:35:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4212,h_2369,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5sk7ns757y74b0p2q.jpg" caption="FBL-ENG-PR-CHELSEA-TOTTENHAM | GLYN KIRK/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gary Neville thinks second Chelsea player should&#39;ve seen red for &#39;ludicrous&#39; 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Check out our preview, predictions, team news and TV info.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:01:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4872,h_2740,x_0,y_228/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5mh9hqabx36c41j78.jpg" caption="Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League | Visionhaus/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Gray"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cole and 2 other players who cannot afford to disappoint against Tottenham </title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/cole-and-2-other-players-who-cannot-afford-to-disappoint-against-tottenham?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m58e9b1b1q</guid><description>Cole Palmer and two Chelsea teammates must deliver against Tottenham, with their performances potentially proving decisive in a crucial clash.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:10:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3624,h_2038,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m58f10pxmzqdy20scv.jpg" caption="Everton v Chelsea FC - Premier League 2026/27 | Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea transfer news: Gusto in demand, Trent latest, Garnacho problem, and more</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-transfer-news-gusto-in-demand-trent-latest-garnacho-problem-and-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5jd26c77r</guid><description>Even though the January window isn&#39;t open for another two-and-a-half months, Chelsea are already being linked with a host of deals; both in and outgoings. 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How many are you selecting?</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2762,h_1553,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5erzv7qz3ghmnxwaz.jpg" caption="Chelsea v Brighton and Hove Albion - Premier League - Stamford Bridge | John Walton - PA Images/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea reportedly front of the queue for Trent Alexander-Arnold but why?</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-reportedly-front-of-the-queue-for-trent-alexander-arnold-but-why?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5hgp4g76b</guid><description>Chelsea are reportedly leading the race for Trent Alexander-Arnold, but does the Real Madrid star fit the Blues’ system and justify a move?</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:50:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_562/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5hgr437eck4vz6x5q.jpg" caption="Real Madrid Cf V Rb Leipzig - Uefa Champions League 2026/27 League Phase Md3 | Europa Press Sports/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea vs Tottenham early injury news as 10 ruled out and 4 doubts</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-vs-tottenham-early-injury-news-10-ruled-out?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jamie Kemble</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5fccnjtn3</guid><description>A look at the early injury news surrounding Chelsea and London rivals Tottenham ahead of Saturday&#39;s Premier League clash.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3591,h_2019,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5fctx5swf8s58qvnm.jpg" caption="Martinez will be out for some time | Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jamie Kemble"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea fans to be hit with travel chaos for Spurs game as TfL announce closure </title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-fans-could-be-hit-with-travel-chaos-as-tfl-announce-closure?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5gepkhcf3</guid><description>Chelsea fans face travel chaos as TfL announces District Line closures. Find out how to reach Stamford Bridge and avoid delays this weekend.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8119,h_4566,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5ger3zz7tzq5tym91.jpg" caption="Chelsea FC v Tottenham Hotspur - Barclays Women&#39;s Super League 2026/27 | Alex Broadway - WSL/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea could be stuck with Garnacho again as Villa transfer takes worrying turn</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-could-be-stuck-with-garnacho-as-villa-transfer-takes-worrying-turn?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ftq5g2mf</guid><description>Chelsea face fresh concerns over Alejandro Garnacho&#39;s future as his lack of playing time at Aston Villa threatens to derail a permanent £43m transfer.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_213/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5ftrdfqjz8ecv0xdv.jpg" caption="Neville Williams/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea could repeat familiar transfer trick with next Brighton star</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-could-repeat-familiar-transfer-trick-with-next-brighton-star?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ftyatxfq</guid><description>Chelsea are monitoring Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari as stalled contract talks raise fresh questions over the Sweden international&#39;s long-term future.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:22:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2666,h_1499,x_0,y_936/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5fv0jhksq7yvpg723.jpg" caption="Charlotte Wilson/Offside/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea must tie Josh Acheampong down to a long-term deal as Premier League clubs circle</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-must-tie-josh-acheampong-down-to-a-long-term-deal-as-premier-league-clubs-circle?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5fk4bpc0z</guid><description>With Manchester United reportedly interested, Chelsea should use Josh Acheampong’s rise to tie him to a long-term deal and keep him at the club.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1860,h_1046,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5fk5eavfhkpjbgfbj.jpg" caption="Everton v Chelsea FC - Premier League 2026/27 | Alex Livesey/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea handed Spurs warning as key player set to return</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-handed-spurs-warning-as-key-player-set-to-return?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5fehf3br3</guid><description>Tottenham could welcome Pedro Porro back from injury for their Premier League clash with Chelsea after the Spanish defender offered an encouraging update.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:48:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2195,h_1234,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5fejv9gvja7xfj65c.jpg" caption="Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>One key change to Chelsea&#39;s return to form after international break </title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/one-key-change-to-chelsea-s-return-to-form-after-international-break?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m58f1cpwt6</guid><description>Chelsea’s tactical tweak has sparked a resurgence since the international break, with two wins from two. Can Alonso’s new formation deliver this Saturday?</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:40:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4184,h_2353,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m58fb8yyeb0k0mc42m.jpg" caption="Everton v Chelsea FC - Premier League 2026/27 | Lewis Storey CFC/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea planning 2027 summer move for next African superstar</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-planning-2027-summer-move-for-next-african-superstar?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5debs8crj</guid><description>Africa and Chelsea have a special relationship with the likes of Didier Drogba and John Obi Mikel playing in blue, so could another African star join the ranks</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5dfpdrqmv6v9wh4w2.jpg" caption="FBL-FRA-LIGUE1-STRASBOURG-PSG | ROMEO BOETZLE/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea have a new goalkeeper plan after Emi Martinez injury</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-have-a-new-goalkeeper-plan-after-emi-martinez-injury?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5d8w4yk82</guid><description>Mike Penders is set for a full Chelsea debut after Emi Martinez&#39;s jaw injury, while Teddy Sharman-Lowe moves up to become Xabi Alonso&#39;s second-choice goalkeeper.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4536,h_2551,x_0,y_65/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5d95tbm6bypf7y2t7.jpg" caption="PETER POWELL/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Chelsea won&#39;t have a better chance to sign Alex Scott than this</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/why-chelsea-wont-have-better-chance-to-sign-alex-scott-than-this?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Leah Jones</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5d8d9kj2t</guid><description>Chelsea remain in contact with Alex Scott&#39;s representatives as Liverpool consider midfield alternatives, but Bournemouth&#39;s £100m valuation could complicate a January move.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:21:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2318,h_1303,x_0,y_199/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5d8n691xdchfyytv7.jpg" caption="Justin Setterfield/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Leah Jones"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How Xabi Alonso has turned around Pedro Neto&#39;s Chelsea fortunes</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/how-xabi-alonso-has-turned-around-pedro-neto-s-chelsea-fortunes?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Connor Johnson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5cvrsg24m</guid><description>Playing as a wing-back this season rather than a winger, Pedro Neto has impressed manager Xabi Alonso and has turned around his Chelsea career.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4894,h_2752,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5cw3c6069vw5t20t3.jpg" caption="Neto has been one of Chelsea&#39;s most important players under Alonso | Darren Walsh/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Connor Johnson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three Chelsea players who should leave in the January transfer window</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/three-chelsea-players-who-should-leave-in-the-january-transfer-window?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m58g209acm</guid><description>Chelsea will need to make some departures in the January transfer window, but which 3 players should leave the exit door at Stamford Bridge post Christmas</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4200,h_2362,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m58g3x94zm8y9drqn0.jpg" caption="Chelsea FC v AFC Bournemouth - 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Here’s why the ex-Chelsea man is the threat to stop.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2035,h_1144,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m5123sd8v7x39tp54b.jpg" caption="Hull City v Everton - Premier League 2026/27 | NurPhoto/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The 3 best Chelsea choices for your FPL team to win big this gameweek</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/the-3-best-chelsea-choices-for-your-fpl-team-to-win-big-this-gameweek?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m511q3ka94</guid><description>Discover the three best Chelsea players to pick for your FPL team this Gameweek, with top tips to maximise points and boost your chances of a big haul.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_228/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m511sezv82b5bjw75n.jpg" caption="Chelsea FC v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League 2026/27 | Chris Lee - Chelsea FC/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Chelsea could regret selling this exciting young talent</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/why-chelsea-could-regret-selling-this-exciting-young-talent?utm_source=RSS</link><author>William Kennedy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m536bv9hc4</guid><description>Chelsea may be regretting the decision to sell this exciting young talent, whose impressive progress is raising questions about the club’s judgement.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6272,h_3528,x_0,y_260/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m53ky3ze1edm5696we.jpg" caption="AC Milan v US Lecce - Serie A 2026/27 | Antonino Lagana/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="William Kennedy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Intriguing stat that sets up Chelsea away to Everton nicely </title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/intriguing-stat-that-sets-up-chelsea-away-to-everton-nicely?utm_source=RSS</link><author>James Fudge</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m52czdbn59</guid><description>Everton’s rock-solid defence faces Chelsea’s prolific attack in a fascinating Premier League clash that will test both sides’ strengths and expose their weaknesses.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4256,h_2394,x_0,y_130/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/310/01m53mxge49p0t1wrhhy.jpg" caption="Chelsea FC v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League 2026/27 | Darren Walsh/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="James Fudge"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Chelsea vs Tottenham: WSL preview, predictions, team news and TV info</title><link>https://theprideoflondon.com/chelsea-vs-tottenham-wsl-preview-predictions-team-news-and-tv-info?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Gray</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m4zhphq55t</guid><description>Chelsea take on Spurs at Stamford Bridge in the Women&#39;s Super League on Sunday 18 October. 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