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From Real Madrid to Chelsea is a bold move from Alonso - but being given the title of manager means he should have more power
Chelsea were beaten by Man City in the FA Cup Final, and a worrying domestic cup final trend added to the frustration at Wembley.
Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley to win the 2026 FA Cup, giving Pep Guardiola his third title in the competition.
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Sources reveal exactly how Chelsea lured Xabi Alonso and avoided potential Liverpool hijack
Chelsea were forced to act quickly to wrap up the appointment of Xabi Alonso, sources can reveal, to ensure they were not gazumped by an increasingly agitated Liverpool FC
The 44-year-old is tipped to become Liam Rosenior’s permanent replacement.
Chelsea FC and Manchester City FC faced each other at Wembley Stadium in the 2025–26 FA Cup final, with both clubs entering the match under very different circumstances. Chelsea arrived after a turbulent campaign that included managerial changes and ...
Chelsea FC losing the 2026 FA Cup final 1-0 to Manchester City will have been disappointing for the club’s fans. But perhaps the result was not hugely surprising, as the London club hasn’t had a brilliant season on the pitch.
Following his much-talked-about departure from Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso is taking charge of another club in turmoil: Chelsea FC. Is this a bold move or a suicide mission?