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Jordan Henderson pictured in a football setting, accompanying an article on Xabi Alonso’s praise for his two-goal Chelsea debut against Bournemouth.

Alonso praises Henderson after Chelsea's 5-1 win over Bournemouth

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso called Chelsea's 5-1 win over Bournemouth a 'complete performance', praising Jordan Henderson's two goals and overall display on his Stamford Bridge debut.

Cole Palmer in a Chelsea kit, pictured for an article about Xabi Alonso backing his long-term potential and contract.

Alonso: Palmer will be top-class for many years

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso backed Cole Palmer's new Chelsea contract until 2034, calling the 24-year-old England international a top-class player for many years to come.

Emiliano Martinez pictured in Argentina kit; used to illustrate his precautionary hospital tests after being stretchered off against Everton.

Alonso: Martinez left conscious, undergoing hospital tests

Oct 22, 2026

Emiliano Martinez was hospitalised for precautionary tests after being stretchered off in Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton, manager Xabi Alonso confirmed.

Xabi Alonso, pictured in a football-related setting, accompanies the article about his Chelsea team selection for the trip to Everton.

Alonso makes one change as Chelsea travel to Everton

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso makes one enforced change for Chelsea's trip to Everton, with Jorrel Hato replacing Pep Chavarria; Caicedo and Henderson start in midfield.

Reece James in an England shirt, illustrating his continuing influence on Chelsea as he recovers from knee surgery.

Alonso: James a key influence despite Chelsea knee surgery

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso says Reece James will stay close to the Chelsea squad during knee surgery recovery, as Emegha and Gittens also miss the trip to Everton.

Xabi Alonso pictured, accompanying an article about Chelsea’s need to respond to Brentford’s 3-0 defeat and prepare for Everton’s emotional atmosphere.

Alonso focused on Everton test after Brentford lesson

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso says Chelsea must handle the "emotional" atmosphere at Everton and has vowed the 3-0 Brentford defeat will not be forgotten ahead of Saturday's trip.

Xabi Alonso, pictured during a football event, accompanies the article on his call for composure ahead of Chelsea’s match against Bournemouth.

Alonso: Composure key as Chelsea host Bournemouth

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso says composure in uncontrollable moments is vital as Chelsea host Bournemouth, with both managers in their first Premier League season after moving from the Bundesliga.

Reece James in action for England, illustrating Chelsea’s plans to cope with his absence through a mix of team leaders.

Alonso: Chelsea have good leadership mix sans James

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso says Chelsea are well placed to manage without Reece James, with Moises Caicedo and Levi Colwill among those set to captain the side.

Moises Caicedo pictured during an international match; the image accompanies news that he is fit to face Bournemouth.

Alonso: Caicedo fit for Bournemouth, Henderson settling in

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso confirmed Caicedo is fit to face Bournemouth after one appearance this season, while Henderson is building connections after his debut at Brentford.

Joao Pedro pictured in a football match; the image illustrates Alonso’s backing for the Chelsea striker to become one of the Premier League’s best.

Alonso backs Joao Pedro to be Premier League top striker

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso backed Joao Pedro to become one of the Premier League's top strikers after the Brazilian scored five goals in six appearances for Chelsea this season.

Xabi Alonso pictured, accompanying his backing of the Caicedo-Henderson midfield partnership ahead of Chelsea’s trip to Everton.

Alonso backs Caicedo-Henderson axis ahead of Everton trip

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso backed the Caicedo-Henderson midfield partnership ahead of Chelsea's Everton fixture, also praising Lavia and Barco as depth options.

Xabi Alonso speaks at a football event; the image accompanies an article about his comments on Acheampong and Estevao’s roles at Chelsea.

Alonso backs Acheampong and Estevao for bigger Chelsea roles

Oct 22, 2026

Xabi Alonso confirmed Acheampong and Estevao will play bigger roles for Chelsea, while Moises Caicedo is available again after his injury absence.

Jurrien Timber in Ajax kit, illustrating his career before Arsenal as he reaches 100 appearances for the club.

Timber reaches 100 Arsenal appearances against Forest

Oct 20, 2026

Jurrien Timber reached 100 Arsenal appearances as a substitute at Nottingham Forest on Sunday, three years after the Dutch defender joined from Ajax in 2023.

Footballer Destiny Udogie in action, illustrating the Tottenham defender’s absence against Coventry City with a knee problem.

Udogie ruled out vs Coventry with knee problem

Oct 20, 2026

Destiny Udogie misses Tottenham's Premier League clash with Coventry City on Monday after suffering a knee problem, manager Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed.

Felix Nmecha in action for Germany against Ecuador, pictured as Manchester United and Liverpool consider an £84m move for the Dortmund midfielder.

Man Utd and Liverpool eye £84m Dortmund midfielder

Oct 20, 2026

Man United and Liverpool are both weighing moves for Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha, with the German midfielder valued at £84m, per TEAMtalk.

Roberto De Zerbi, pictured in 2019, accompanies his comments on Tottenham’s 3-1 win over Coventry and the team’s room to improve.

De Zerbi after Spurs' 3-1 win: 'We can play better'

Oct 19, 2026

Roberto De Zerbi said Tottenham's 3-1 win over Coventry City was harder than it looked, citing the visitors' low-block style, while welcoming back Maddison and Kulusevski.

Tottenham Hotspur players in action against Rangers, illustrating the team featured in the article about their 3-1 win over Coventry City.

Tottenham beat Coventry 3-1 with late goal sealing win

Oct 19, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur beat Coventry City 3-1, with three different scorers and a stoppage-time goal confirming a controlled home performance.

Tottenham and Rangers players compete during a match, accompanying the article announcing Tottenham’s line-up against Coventry and Maddison’s start.

Tottenham name line-up vs Coventry: Maddison starts

Oct 19, 2026

Tottenham have named their line-up for Monday's Premier League clash with Coventry, with James Maddison making his first competitive start since May 2025.

Aston Villa players in action, illustrating Villa’s home Champions League clash with Viking FK as both sides seek a result.

Viking FK visit Villa Park aiming to end UCL winless run

Oct 19, 2026

Aston Villa host Viking FK on Wednesday in the Champions League, looking for a third straight win as the Norwegians arrive on the back of a famous 3-3 draw with Bayern Munich.

Pedro Neto pictured, illustrating the Chelsea forward who scored twice in the 2-0 win over Everton.

Pedro Neto brace seals Chelsea's win and clean sheet at Everton

Oct 19, 2026

Pedro Neto scored a first-ever Premier League brace as Chelsea beat Everton 2-0, with Xabi Alonso's side recording their first league clean sheet since January.