The Irish Times

Cesc Fàbregas on racism, homophobia and Ligue 1 cancellation

‘It is time to speak up. If you have to close the stadiums and hand out bans, we should’

Sun Jun 14 2020 - 19:00

Patrick Vieira and Thierry Henry ready to lock horns in paradise

The 108th Derby de la Côte d’Azur will pit Henry’s Monaco against Vieira’s Nice

Tue Jan 15 2019 - 20:03

Cesc Fabregas completes €10m move to Monaco from Chelsea

Spanish midfielder will link up with former Arsenal team-mate Thierry Henry

Fri Jan 11 2019 - 18:41

Chelsea make light work of 10-man PAOK

Callum Hudson-Odoi scores first Blues goal after Olivier Giroud’s brace at the Bridge

Thu Nov 29 2018 - 22:10

Derby boss Frank Lampard set for Stamford Bridge reunion

Chelsea’s all-time top scorer says League Cup tie will be like meeting ‘40,000-plus friends’

Wed Oct 31 2018 - 11:06

Chelsea get the win on a wild night in northern Greece

PAOK’s supporters had started gathering outside more than two hours before kick-off

Thu Sept 20 2018 - 20:47

Arsenal desperate to stop the rot

Visit to in-form AC Milan a tough task for a side understandably short of confidence

Wed Mar 07 2018 - 23:00

Barkley ineligible to make Chelsea debut against Norwich

Hazard, Cahill and Fabregas to miss out as Conte shuffles the pack for FA Cup clash

Tue Jan 16 2018 - 23:00

Where does Coutinho rank in goals and assists in Europe?

According to numbers Salah, Mané and Roberto Firmino are more valuable to Klopp

Tue Jan 09 2018 - 14:13

Willian salvages point as Chelsea and Liverpool lose ground

Champions equalise late on after Mohamed Salah continues white hot streak at Anfield

Sat Nov 25 2017 - 19:48

Chelsea’s David Luiz sent off as Arsenal end their Stamford Bridge blues

Arsène Wenger’s side frustrate champions to end losing run at London rivals

Sun Sept 17 2017 - 16:01

Everton easily succumb to a Chelsea side back on track

Fabregas and Morata are both on target for Conte’s men

Sun Aug 27 2017 - 18:57

Homesick Tottenham already yearning for White Hart Lane

Spurs yet to make Wembley a fortress while Daniel Levy’s purse strings remain tight

Tue Aug 22 2017 - 14:24

Ken Early: Matic is not a top player and Chelsea have upgraded

Current Chelsea manager wants players who are tactically flexible – and he won’t tolerate slacking

Mon Aug 21 2017 - 08:17

Chelsea feel the ‘Wembley effect’ to send Spurs reeling

Conte’s men ‘inspired’ by Spurs’ temporary home as Marcos Alonso scores brace of goals

Sun Aug 20 2017 - 23:33

Stephen Ward helps Burnley stun champions Chelsea

Gary Cahill and Cesc Fabregas sent off as Clarets hold on in Stamford Bridge thriller

Sat Aug 12 2017 - 17:17

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

Chelsea ready to spend big with Antonio Conte the first target

The Italian manager is set to sign a new contract, as Chelsea look to ward off Inter

Sun May 14 2017 - 23:00

Michael Walker: Benitez’s grand plan for Newcastle

Manager will look for the right resources to be able to compete with Premier elite

Sat Apr 29 2017 - 08:00

Brexit could wipe €4bn off Spanish GDP, internal report shows

Leaked document says country’s corporate giants and soccer players could suffer

Fri Mar 10 2017 - 13:00

Ken Early: Alexis Sánchez frustrated with constant failings

Arsène Wenger dropping his lead striker at Liverpool is not giving off a good impression

Mon Mar 06 2017 - 07:00

Ken Early: Why does Wenger still indulge players like Özil?

Yet again the Arsenal manager blamed the referee, but his men were simply outplayed

Mon Dec 19 2016 - 07:00

Diego Costa goal puts Chelsea nine clear of the pack

Blues make it 11 straight league wins with this away victory over Crystal Palace

Sat Dec 17 2016 - 15:10

The weekend’s Premier League team news

All the latest injury and suspension news, head-to-head rivalry, match odds and more

Fri Nov 18 2016 - 17:39

Pep Guardiola is not the only link between Barcelona and Manchester City

City’s new Catalan manager is one of 12 involved in the club with links to Barcelona

Tue Oct 18 2016 - 14:11

Cesc Fàbregas remains part of Chelsea’s plans, says Antonio Conte

David Luiz will make second Chelsea debut against Liverpool, manager confirms

Thu Sept 15 2016 - 23:00

Ken Early: Jose Mourinho’s team building pays off for United

‘The hard part is not finding the talent. The hard part is persuading the talent to sign’

Mon Aug 08 2016 - 13:29

Pique gets Spain out of a tight corner

Spain dominate opening match against Czech Republic but unable to break deadlock until 87th minute

Mon Jun 13 2016 - 16:01

Leicester scrape draw at Chelsea to win Premier League by 10 points

Former Chelsea manager Claudio Ranieri returned to Stamford Bridge for first time

Sun May 15 2016 - 17:30

Johan Cruyff: Life and times of a true Dutch master

Obituary: His philosophy and style of play made him one of the most influential figures in the history of the game

Thu Mar 24 2016 - 14:51

Ken Early: Arsenal have lacked courage not money

Arsene Wenger has missed glorious opportunity as fortune has favoured the brave

Mon Feb 29 2016 - 07:00

Shane Long on target but Chelsea prevail against Southampton

Irish striker’s goal not enough for Saints as Chelsea strike late at St Mary’s

Sat Feb 27 2016 - 17:28

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

Damage limitation by Manchester City helps Chelsea scent FA Cup silver lining

Eight teenagers selected by Pellegrini let down by performances of senior players

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 00:20