Cesar Azpilicueta urges Chelsea to take chance to win Club World Cup
2 years, 11 months ago

Cesar Azpilicueta urges Chelsea to take chance to win Club World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cesar Azpilicueta has told Chelsea to go and make history by claiming a maiden Club World Cup title in Abu Dhabi. Chelsea can break new ground by lifting the Club World Cup crown this week, and victory would complete Azpilicueta’s trophy clean sweep at club level. Azpilicueta was among Chelsea’s unsuccessful 2012 Club World Cup tilt, and has warned his teammates just how tough a task faces Thomas Tuchel’s side in the United Arab Emirates. It has great meaning for everybody, and we are representing Europe.” Chelsea will start their Club World Cup campaign at the semi-final stage, taking on Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal at the Mohamed Bin Zayed Stadium on Wednesday.

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John Terry weighs in on player strike debate as Chelsea legend makes his thoughts on revamped Club World Cup clear
3 months, 3 weeks ago

John Terry weighs in on player strike debate as Chelsea legend makes his thoughts on revamped Club World Cup clear

Daily Mail  

Chelsea legend John Terry has insisted that players do want to take part in the Club World Cup amid as the debate over football's increasingly hectic schedule continues to intensify. Pep Guardiola's side kick off their Champions League campaign against Inter on Wednesday and could end up competing in 73 matches during a season that is not likely to finish …

Chelsea provide Cesar Azpilicueta update after suffering head injury
1 year, 10 months ago

Chelsea provide Cesar Azpilicueta update after suffering head injury

The Independent  

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Chelsea’s pre-World Cup fixture schedule ‘crazy’, Cesar Azpilicueta claims
2 years, 2 months ago

Chelsea’s pre-World Cup fixture schedule ‘crazy’, Cesar Azpilicueta claims

The Independent  

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Schedule ahead of World Cup is ‘crazy,’ says Chelsea’s Cesar Azpilicueta
2 years, 2 months ago

Schedule ahead of World Cup is ‘crazy,’ says Chelsea’s Cesar Azpilicueta

The Hindu  

Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta said the number of games being crammed into the schedule ahead of the World Cup next month is “crazy” and that player welfare is being jeopardised. Chelsea has three league fixtures, two Champions League games and a League Cup tie before the World Cup in Qatar begins on Nov. 20. “It’s difficult and it’s sad because …

Cesar Azpilicueta declares he has stayed 'at home' by signing contract extension at Chelsea
2 years, 5 months ago

Cesar Azpilicueta declares he has stayed 'at home' by signing contract extension at Chelsea

Daily Mail  

Cesar Azpilicueta says he has stayed ‘at home’ by signing a Chelsea contract extension but admits their Club World Cup win, which ensured he won every possible trophy for the club, made him consider a new challenge. Azpilicueta considered leaving after Chelsea lifted the Club World Cup, which meant he was the only player to win every possible trophy with …

Cesar Azpilicueta identifies key problem Chelsea must overcome
2 years, 5 months ago

Cesar Azpilicueta identifies key problem Chelsea must overcome

The Independent  

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Azpilicueta extends Chelsea deal to 2024
2 years, 5 months ago

Azpilicueta extends Chelsea deal to 2024

The Hindu  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a two-year contract extension, the Premier League club announced on Thursday, ending media speculation of his move to Spanish side Barcelona. “I’m really happy to extend my stay at Chelsea, my home,” the 32-year-old, who joined Chelsea from French side Marseille in 2012, said. “It is almost 10 years since I first arrived and …

Chelsea’s Tuchel can’t give wantaway Azpilicueta ‘what he wants’
2 years, 5 months ago

Chelsea’s Tuchel can’t give wantaway Azpilicueta ‘what he wants’

The Hindu  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said he understands defender Cesar Azpilicueta’s desire to join Barcelona, but added that the Premier League club will not allow him to leave for a cut-price fee. Azpilicueta, whose contract expires in June 2023, has been linked with a move to Barcelona for several months, but Tuchel said the LaLiga club’s valuation of the Spain international …

Thomas Tuchel says talks with Cesar Azpilicueta about captain's future go on
2 years, 7 months ago

Thomas Tuchel says talks with Cesar Azpilicueta about captain's future go on

The Hindu  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta is continuing to talk with the London club about his future, manager Thomas Tuchel said on Wednesday, amid media speculation Azpilicueta may be considering an offer from Barcelona. If he departs, the Spain international would be the third defender due to leave Chelsea at the end of the season after Germany's Antonio Ruediger, a lynchpin of …

Club World Cup: Chelsea 'desperate' to win title as The Blues face Palmeiras in final
2 years, 10 months ago

Club World Cup: Chelsea 'desperate' to win title as The Blues face Palmeiras in final

Firstpost  

A star-studded Chelsea side was beaten 1-0 by Corinthians in the 2012 Club World Cup final in Japan. Chelsea aim to put a turbulent past couple of months behind them by winning the Club World Cup final against Palmeiras on Saturday, the start of a season-defining period for the European champions. “We will do everything to win it on Saturday.” …

Tuchel joins Chelsea ahead of Club World Cup final
2 years, 10 months ago

Tuchel joins Chelsea ahead of Club World Cup final

The Hindu  

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel has joined up with his team in Abu Dhabi ahead of the Club World Cup final after testing negative for COVID-19, the Premier League club said on Friday. Tuchel, who tested positive last week, was forced out to sit out Chelsea's 2-1 win over Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup as well as a 1-0 semi-final …

Azpilicueta motivated to complete Chelsea medal collection
2 years, 11 months ago

Azpilicueta motivated to complete Chelsea medal collection

The Hindu  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has won nearly every major title with the London club since arriving in 2012 with FIFA's Club World Cup the only missing medal in his trophy cabinet. "I'm really motivated," Azpilicueta, part of the Chelsea team to lose to Corinthians in the 2012 final, told reporters on Tuesday. Chelsea have taken a full-strength squad for the …

Chelsea to Play Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal in FIFA Club World Cup Semi-finals
2 years, 11 months ago

Chelsea to Play Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal in FIFA Club World Cup Semi-finals

News 18  

Chelsea will face Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia in the Club World Cup semi-finals after the Asian Champions League winners came from behind to rout Al Jazira 6-1 on Sunday. Abdoulay Diaby struck first for UAE Pro League champions Al Jazira, but Al Hilal responded with two goals before half-time from former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo and Matheus Pereira. …

Chelsea: Cesar Azpilicueta remains coy over new contract but insists he is still 'committed' to club
3 years ago

Chelsea: Cesar Azpilicueta remains coy over new contract but insists he is still 'committed' to club

Daily Mail  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta insists he remains 'really committed' to Thomas Tuchel's side despite uncertainty over his long-term future at Stamford Bridge. The Spain right-back, who has spent the last eight-and-a-half years at Chelsea, is reportedly attracting interest from Barcelona, with former international team-mate Xavi keen to bring him to the Nou Camp next summer. Cesar Azpilicueta insists he remains …

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel not concerned over future of defensive quartet
3 years ago

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel not concerned over future of defensive quartet

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thomas Tuchel has insisted Chelsea’s out-of-contract defensive quartet …

Azpilicueta calls on Chelsea to sort out defensive problems
3 years, 1 month ago

Azpilicueta calls on Chelsea to sort out defensive problems

The Hindu  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has called on the side to sort out its defensive problems after it was held to a 3-3 draw by Zenit St Petersburg in the Champions League on Wednesday. Chelsea has now conceded three goals in successive matches after losing 3-2 at West Ham United in the Premier League last weekend. “We had a good reaction …

Chelsea are drawn against Al Jazira, Auckland City or Al Hilal in their Club World Cup semi-final
3 years, 1 month ago

Chelsea are drawn against Al Jazira, Auckland City or Al Hilal in their Club World Cup semi-final

Daily Mail  

Chelsea are facing a fixture pile-up which could see them go almost a month without a Premier League match after the dates for this season's Club World Cup were confirmed. Chelsea will rearrange two Premier League fixtures to take part in February's Club World Cup The Blues will face Al Jazira, Auckland City or Al Hilal at the semi-final stage …

Anything possible for Chelsea as they thrive with favourites tag – Thomas Tuchel
3 years, 2 months ago

Anything possible for Chelsea as they thrive with favourites tag – Thomas Tuchel

The Independent  

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Chelsea Captain Cesar Azpilicueta Hails Kai Havertz as They Win UEFA Champions League
3 years, 7 months ago

Chelsea Captain Cesar Azpilicueta Hails Kai Havertz as They Win UEFA Champions League

News 18  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta praised goal-scorer Kai Havertz whose first-half strike gave the Blues a 1-0 win over Manchester City in the final of Europe’s premier club competition at Porto’s Estadio do Dragao on Saturday. Havertz latched on to a superb pass from Mason Mount to score the only goal of the game three minutes before halftime as Chelsea were …

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel hails 'key factor' Cesar Azpilicueta as Chelsea face Manchester City in bid for top four
3 years, 8 months ago

Premier League: Thomas Tuchel hails 'key factor' Cesar Azpilicueta as Chelsea face Manchester City in bid for top four

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London: Thomas Tuchel has hailed rejuvenated Cesar Azpilicueta as a “key factor” in Chelsea’s fine run, saying the pair struck up an instant rapport. Chelsea have lost just twice since the German replaced Frank Lampard as manager at Stamford Bridge in January, reaching the FA Cup final and the Champions League final. Tuchel’s side, who are also closing in on …

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash
3 years, 8 months ago

Zinedine Zidane’s message for Real Madrid players overheard at training ahead of Chelsea clash

The Independent  

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UEFA Champions League: Chelsea Beat Atletico Madrid to March Into Quarters
3 years, 9 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Chelsea Beat Atletico Madrid to March Into Quarters

News 18  

Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2014 as Hakim Ziyech and Emerson Palmieri were on target to give coach Thomas Tuchel’s rejuvenated team a 3-0 aggregate win. Atletico were left to rue referee Daniele Orsato’s decision not to give a penalty when, with the score at 0-0, Chelsea …

I feel proud to captain Chelsea FC, says Cesar Azpilicueta
4 years, 2 months ago

I feel proud to captain Chelsea FC, says Cesar Azpilicueta

The Hindu  

Manchester United will be looking for its first Premier League home win of the season when it hosts arch-rival Chelsea on Saturday. RELATED| Man Utd buoyant ahead of Chelsea clash United will go into the game on the high of two successive wins – a 4-1 victory over Newcastle United last week, followed by a fine comeback 2-1 triumph away …

Cesar Azpilicueta hails Chelsea's Champions League novices after victory over Ajax
5 years, 2 months ago

Cesar Azpilicueta hails Chelsea's Champions League novices after victory over Ajax

Daily Mail  

Cesar Azpilicueta hailed Chelsea's Champions League rookies after they stunned Ajax in Amsterdam. They stood up to everything last season's semi-finalists could throw at them, before Michy Batshuayi rifled in the winner four minutes from time. Cesar Azpilicueta was full of praise for Chelsea's youngsters after victory over Ajax Batshuayi had previously missed a sitter from six yards out, but …

Azpilicueta slams 'unacceptable' Chelsea performance
5 years, 11 months ago

Azpilicueta slams 'unacceptable' Chelsea performance

The Hindu  

Back-to-back Premier League defeats to Arsenal and Bournemouth have left Chelsea's squad angry and concerned they could miss out on a top-four finish, says Cesar Azpilicueta. That result saw them drop out of the Champions League qualification places on goal difference to Arsenal, while they also have a resurgent Manchester United hot on their heels. Maurizio Sarri kept his Chelsea …

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