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Tag: Roman Abramovich

The Russian soccer player who became a Maltese Champion - in rugby

The Russian soccer player who became a Maltese Champion – in rugby

March 30, 2021 by Alan Moore

After Russia’s recent World Cup qualifier in Malta, Alan Moore takes a look at a rather more curious case of Russian footballing endeavour on the island.

Manager uncertainty at Stamford Bridge cultivates a fresh list of candidates

Manager uncertainty at Stamford Bridge cultivates a fresh list of candidates

April 18, 2018 by Gian Chansrichawla

With most expecting Antonio Conte to depart Stamford Bridge sooner rather than later, Gian Chansrichawla looks at the potential candidates for Chelsea manager.

Selling too soon - Chelsea's lost XI

Selling too soon – Chelsea’s lost XI

October 3, 2017 by Evan Coughlan

Evan Coughlan takes a look at eleven former Chelsea players who were moved on from Stamford Bridge too soon.

Mourinho has made mistakes but he's still the master

Mourinho has made mistakes but he’s still the master

October 23, 2015 by Dale O'Donnell

Dale O’Donnell believes that Jose Mourinho is still the best man for the job at Stamford Bridge, despite a slow start to the season.

Terry the real benefactor from England exodus

Terry the real benefactor from England exodus

March 3, 2014 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the Chelsea captain who has been in superb form lately.

Zola’s heir: A fitting end for Mata

Zola’s heir: A fitting end for Mata

January 26, 2014 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the Spaniard’s exit from Stamford Bridge.

Balotelli to Chelsea: an unlikely move

Balotelli to Chelsea: an unlikely move

December 30, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly ponders the idea of a certain Italian returning to the Premier League.

AVB’s struggles: shades of 2011

AVB’s struggles: shades of 2011

December 2, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly givens his thoughts on the tough times for the Portuguese manager.

Season Preview 13/14: CHELSEA

Season Preview 13/14: CHELSEA

July 29, 2013 by Pete Sharland

Jose Mourinho is back at Stamford Bridge and Pete Sharland looks ahead to Chelsea’s season.

Van Ginkel heralds Mourinho’s new era

Van Ginkel heralds Mourinho’s new era

July 8, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the subtle changes already being put in place at Chelsea by The Special One.

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