Six years after his last call-up with politics, allegations of racism and an ongoing court case bubbling beneath the surface, Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has been named in Didier Deschamps’ 26-man France squad for the rescheduled Euro 2020 tournament – which begins in less than a month’s time. He’s expected to lead the line after an excellent season at club level.
Continue reading
Tag: Olivier Giroud
Chelsea will activate Timo Werner’s £49m release clause, close to signing him
In news which will put their Premier League rivals on alert, Chelsea are prepared to activate RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner’s £49m release clause as reports suggest the Blues are close to signing him this summer – under Liverpool’s noses. Continue reading
Chelsea’s experienced duo Willy Caballero, Olivier Giroud agree extensions
Chelsea have agreed one-year extensions for Willy Caballero and Olivier Giroud, as the Blues today returned to Premier League training in small groups – this marking the first time since football was suspended indefinitely on March 13. Continue reading
Olivier Giroud reveals his January move to Inter was blocked by boss Lampard
Olivier Giroud has admitted he saw himself ‘far away from Chelsea’ during a difficult January window, one which saw his proposed exit eventually blocked by manager Frank Lampard: with the experienced Frenchman set to join Inter Milan.
Chelsea 0-3 Bayern Munich: 5 Hits and Flops as Bavarians excel in London again
Bayern Munich maintained their 100% win record in this season’s Champions League as a Serge Gnabry brace and yet another Robert Lewandowski goal sealed a comprehensive 3-0 away win over Frank Lampard’s Chelsea side in west London. Continue reading
Maguire, Batshuayi experience contrasting displays at Stamford Bridge as VAR intrudes
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire steered home a second-half header to help Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men to all three points with a 2-0 win over fourth-placed Chelsea. But amid their big win, VAR controversy reared its ugly head as match-defining moments were ruined by poor officiating at Stamford Bridge.
Frank Lampard praises Tammy Abraham, clarifies Giroud’s future pre-Burnley
Frank Lampard spoke highly of Tammy Abraham’s progression, revealed updates on Olivier Giroud’s future with Inter Milan lurking and delivered some interesting insight in the build-up to their lunchtime clash against Burnley tomorrow. Continue reading
Mason Mount thrills on Stamford Bridge debut, Chelsea drop points again
Mason Mount made a memorable return to Stamford Bridge and scored on his senior home debut but was helpless to stop Frank Lampard’s Chelsea side from dropping two points against a dangerous Leicester side unfortunate not to snatch a late winner in west London. Continue reading
Chelsea transfer ban good for me, Tammy Abraham insists
Chelsea’s transfer ban, preventing them from signing new players for two windows, will provide opportunities to those who have been patiently waiting for a chance to shine. Tammy Abraham, who flourished on-loan at Aston Villa, is no exception. Continue reading
Europa League Final – Chelsea 4-1 Arsenal: 5 Hits and Flops
Chelsea earned their second Europa League title in six years at Arsenal’s expense in Baku, but which players excelled while others struggled? Continue reading
3 France players who deserved national team call-ups
Didier Deschamps has announced his latest 23-man squad for France’s upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers, but here’s an extended look at three players left out who deserved to be selected…
5 winners and losers following Gonzalo Higuain’s Chelsea move
Here’s an in-depth look at five winners and losers from an intriguing loan deal completed last week, which saw Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain terminate his existing contract at Milan to join Chelsea until the season’s end… Continue reading
