Chelsea
Sunday, 2 August 2026
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Chelsea sign Valentín Barco from Strasbourg on seven-year deal
Chelsea have completed the signing of Valentín Barco from Strasbourg on a seven-year deal. The Argentina international arrives after 3 goals and 11 assists.
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Pep Chavarria set for Chelsea move after Rayo Vallecano compromise
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign Pep Chavarria from Rayo Vallecano for €25 million plus bonuses. The announcement is expected in the coming hours.
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Xabi Alonso reshapes Chelsea rebuild around leadership
Xabi Alonso is applying Bayer Leverkusen lessons to Chelsea, with older role models and leadership now central to the rebuild.
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Pep Chavarría Chelsea transfer moves closer, but it is still not done
Chelsea have reportedly improved their bid for Pep Chavarría, with negotiations ongoing and the deal still not closed.
Saturday, 1 August 2026
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Mykhailo Mudryk cleared for Chelsea return, but the comeback will take time
Mykhailo Mudryk is free to return after his anti-doping case was resolved. Chelsea say he will need time to rebuild fitness and sharpness.
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Mykhailo Mudryk return will take time, says Xabi Alonso
Mykhailo Mudryk is eligible to play again, but Xabi Alonso says Chelsea should expect a gradual return after training alone every day.
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Richarlison late winner leaves Tottenham with a bigger question
Richarlison scored a 92nd-minute winner for Tottenham against Chelsea in Sydney. Kevin Danso saw red four minutes after half-time, and his future is unclear.
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Mykhailo Mudryk set for Chelsea return after ban is lifted
Mykhailo Mudryk is back in Chelsea's plans after a four-year ban was rescinded, with Xabi Alonso saying he will be welcomed into the squad.
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Lewis Hall waits on Newcastle renewal talks
Lewis Hall is waiting for clarity over his role under Matthias Jaissle as Newcastle push a renewal and Manchester United keep checking on the left-back.
Friday, 31 July 2026
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Mykhailo Mudryk ban lifted as Chelsea plan return
Mykhailo Mudryk’s four-year ban has been rescinded, with Chelsea saying he can return to football immediately and will be reintegrated.
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Mykhailo Mudryk cleared to play again after appeal resolution
Mykhailo Mudryk is eligible to play again immediately after Chelsea, the FA and WADA resolved his anti-doping appeal.
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Mykhailo Mudryk cleared to return after FA and WADA agreement
Mykhailo Mudryk’s anti-doping case has been resolved with the FA and WADA, and he may return to competition immediately after a long absence.
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Mykhailo Mudryk free to return after Cas partially upholds doping appeal
Mykhailo Mudryk is free to return to football immediately after Cas partially upheld his appeal against a four-year doping ban.
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Ollie Harrison says Wimbledon move is a chance to step into men’s football
Ollie Harrison joins AFC Wimbledon on a season-long loan from Chelsea, with the 18-year-old saying he wanted men’s football now.
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Chelsea fined £10m over historical FA agent rule breaches
Chelsea have been fined £10m and handed a suspended two-window transfer ban after historical FA agent-rule breaches, with a six-point deduction set aside.
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Cole Palmer injury nearly led to surgery
Cole Palmer says a groin injury nearly led to surgery, explains why he feels ready to go again, and says the England snub will push him harder.
Thursday, 30 July 2026
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Chelsea vs Tottenham team news points to heavy rotation
Chelsea used only four first-team players in their opener, then made eight changes late. Tottenham now face a much stronger selection picture on Saturday
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Chelsea's Henderson and Welbeck move is about experience, not upside
Chelsea’s move for Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck is being sold as an experience reset, with 10 dismissals and 90 yellow cards behind it.
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
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Kerim Alajbegovic transfer race stays open as Chelsea and Juventus circle
Chelsea are in contact for Kerim Alajbegovic, but fee reports differ, Juventus are still in the race and playing time remains a problem.
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Jordan Henderson's Brentford exit opens the door to Chelsea move
Brentford have confirmed Jordan Henderson's departure after one season, with the 36-year-old now poised to join Chelsea on a free transfer.
Groups
Standings Group A
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Palmeiras | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 | DWD |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Inter Miami | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 | DWD |
| 3 |  FC Porto | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 | DLD |
| 4 |  Al Ahly | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 | DLD |
Standings Group B
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Paris Saint Germain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 | WLW |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Botafogo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 | LWW |
| 3 |  Atletico Madrid | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 | WWL |
| 4 |  Seattle Sounders | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 | LLL |
Standings Group C
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Benfica | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 | WWD |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Bayern München | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +10 | 6 | LWW |
| 3 |  Boca Juniors | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 | DLD |
| 4 |  Auckland City | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -16 | 1 | DLL |
Standings Group D
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Flamengo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 | DWW |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 | WLW |
| 3 |  ES Tunis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 3 | LWL |
| 4 |  Los Angeles FC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 | DLL |
Standings Group E
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Inter | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 | WWD |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Monterrey | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 5 | WDD |
| 3 |  River Plate | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | LDW |
| 4 |  Urawa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 | LLL |
Standings Group F
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Borussia Dortmund | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 | WWD |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Fluminense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 | DWD |
| 3 |  Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | DLW |
| 4 |  Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 | LLL |
Standings Group G
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Manchester City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 | WWW |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Juventus | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 | LWW |
| 3 |  Al Ain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -10 | 3 | WLL |
| 4 |  Wydad AC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 | LLL |
Standings Group H
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Qualification) |  Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 | WWD |
| 2 (Qualification) |  Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 | WDD |
| 3 |  Red Bull Salzburg | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 | LDW |
| 4 |  CF Pachuca | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 | LLL |