The Irish Times

Michael O’Neill’s impact clearly evident at improving Stoke

Former Northern Ireland manager relishing the chance to face Mourinho’s Tottenham

Tue Dec 22 2020 - 22:54

John Obi: ‘I played while my father was in hands of bandits’

The Nigeria captain’s father is currently receiving emergency treatment in hospital

Tue Jul 03 2018 - 11:49

Lionel Messi: God would not allow an early Argentina exit

At the end of the match Messi embraced Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli

Wed Jun 27 2018 - 08:12

Matic could prove a crucial piece in new United jigsaw

Serbian should bring the midfield stability to allow the likes of Paul Pogba to shine

Mon Jul 31 2017 - 23:00

José Mourinho once again plumps for a big man at United

Signing of Romelu Lukaku at Manchester United is very much in the Mourinho mould

Sat Jul 15 2017 - 15:15

Conte claims Tottenham “more advanced” in their project

Victory over Middlesbrough and West Brom will seal title win for Italian’s Chelsea side

Sun May 07 2017 - 23:00

Chelsea make Alexis Sánchez their top summer transfer target

Chilean forward set to leave Arsenal and is also wanted by PSG, Inter and Juventus

Tue Mar 28 2017 - 19:19

Chelsea make Arsenal’s Alexis Sánchez main summer target

Antonio Conte in talks over Stamford Bridge contract and has submitted list of targets

Tue Mar 28 2017 - 17:54

Mousa Dembélé facing long ban after violent conduct charge

Both Tottenham and Chelsea are also facing sanctions after failing to control their players

Wed May 04 2016 - 16:15

Guus Hiddink has changed atmosphere of Chelsea dressing room

Midfielder John Obi Mikel heaps praise on the club’s interim Dutch manager

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 19:57

Guus Hiddink envious of PSG’s strength in depth

Record signing Edison Cavani came off bench to score winner

Wed Feb 17 2016 - 09:24

John Obi Mikel grabs Chelsea lifeline with crucial away goal

Guus Hiddink’s side beaten 2-1 at the Stade de France

Tue Feb 16 2016 - 21:54

Chelsea’s progress hits the buffers at Watford

Hornets full value for point after battling performance at Vicarage Road

Thu Feb 04 2016 - 00:47

Chelsea ready to trigger €30m buyout clause in swoop for Barcelona’s Pedro

Spanish international to meet Luis Enrique to discuss future

Wed Jul 15 2015 - 00:51

Chelsea creating new winning generation, says Mourinho

Runaway leaders can seal title with wins against Leicester and Crystal Palace

Wed Apr 29 2015 - 10:00

Chelsea hamstrung by loss of Diego Costa

Spanish striker out with hamstring injury until at least May

Fri Apr 10 2015 - 16:23

Chelsea just too good for Liverpool on night of bad feeling

Branislav Ivanoic header decides semi-final but Diego Costa may face disciplinary action

Tue Jan 27 2015 - 22:32

Chelsea come good to ease past Watford

Diego Costa and Willian helped turn FA Cup tie in favour of the Premier League leaders

Sun Jan 04 2015 - 18:36

Mourinho stresses good of the collective as Chelsea face tricky trip to Stoke

Title race hotting up as defending champions Manchester City draw level on 39 points at the top

Mon Dec 22 2014 - 01:00

Chelsea see off Derby to reach League Cup semis

Mourinho’s side beat 10-men Championship flyers to put themselves two games from Wembley

Tue Dec 16 2014 - 22:12

European Cup triumph of 2012 downgraded by Mourinho

Winning Champions League not always down to ‘great work’, says Chelsea coach

Mon Nov 24 2014 - 23:16

Drogba turns back the clock against Shrewsbury

Premier League leaders forced to work hard for win by League Two hosts

Tue Oct 28 2014 - 22:29

Nagging hamstring keeps Diego Costa sidelined

Mourinho’s patience worn thin by constant questions about Costa injury

Mon Oct 20 2014 - 23:01

Chelsea swoop for Atlético Madrid defender Filipe Luís

London club agree €25m fee with Spanish champions for Brazilian left-back

Wed Jul 16 2014 - 22:14

Anfield faithful crestfallen but title race far from over

Premier League : Chelsea display an excellent reminder of defensive play at its finest

Sun Apr 27 2014 - 21:04

Brendan Rodgers sure new contract is a formality

Daniel Sturridge may not face former club Chelsea at Anfield because of hamstring injury

Fri Apr 25 2014 - 23:03

Mourinho may play weakened Chelsea side at Liverpool

Manager says decision not to switch match from Sunday could force his hand

Wed Apr 23 2014 - 13:06

Drogba instantly at ease on return to familiar surroundings

‘If I score I might not celebrate. But if we win I will be happy’

Tue Mar 18 2014 - 11:52

Arsenal determined to show they are real contenders

Arsene Wenger’s side can return to the top of the table with a victory over their London rivals

Mon Dec 23 2013 - 01:00

Jose Mourinho puts one over Arsene Wenger once again

Chelsea claim place in the League Cup quarter-finals with relative ease

Tue Oct 29 2013 - 23:02

Arsene Wenger seeks first victory over Jose Mourinho to pep players

Arsenal manager concedes benefits could be reaped before more critical contests

Tue Oct 29 2013 - 01:00

Weary United lose their way

Alex Ferguson’s side throw away two goal lead as Chelsea earn FA Cup replay

Sun Mar 10 2013 - 19:35