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Chelsea

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Chelsea announce Xabi Alonso as manager

Xabi Alonso will be the new Chelsea manager from July 1.
Xabi Alonso will be the new Chelsea manager from July 1.

Jose Mourinho says will decide future by next week amid Real Madrid talks

Jose Mourinho has led Benfica to an unbeaten season in the Portuguese Primeira Liga this season to finish third
Jose Mourinho has led Benfica to an unbeaten season in the Portuguese Primeira Liga this season to finish third

Future is bright: Pep Guardiola bullish as Manchester City seal FA Cup win

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says there is now some stability with his side, who have made several new signings in the last two years.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says there is now some stability with his side, who have made several new signings in the last two years.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 17, 2026

The suspect, a man in his thirties, was arrested, police said.
The suspect, a man in his thirties, was arrested, police said.

Chelsea agree deal with Xabi Alonso to take over as head coach: Report

Chelsea have reportedly agreed a four-year deal with former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea have reportedly agreed a four-year deal with former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso.

Man City beat Chelsea 1-0 to win FA Cup and return to Premier League battle on a high note

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo celebrates scoring against Chelsea in the FA Cup final.
Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo celebrates scoring against Chelsea in the FA Cup final.

Women’s Super League champions Man City sign off with big win over West Ham

Manchester City's Laura Coombs celebrates scoring their fourth goal against West Ham United with teammates at the Chigwell Construction Stadium in London, on May 16, 2026.
Manchester City's Laura Coombs celebrates scoring their fourth goal against West Ham United with teammates at the Chigwell Construction Stadium in London, on May 16, 2026.

Pep Guardiola aims for stadium stand as he relishes another trip to ‘special place’ Wembley

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has won the FA Cup twice, in 2019 and 2023, and a third triumph in the competition would seal his 20th trophy since arriving at City a decade ago.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has won the FA Cup twice, in 2019 and 2023, and a third triumph in the competition would seal his 20th trophy since arriving at City a decade ago.

Australia’s Sam Kerr to depart Chelsea at end of season

Sam Kerr became one of the most influential players in Chelsea’s history during her six-and-a-half-year spell.
Sam Kerr became one of the most influential players in Chelsea’s history during her six-and-a-half-year spell.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.