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Arsenal on brink of Premier League title with Man City needing to beat Bournemouth

This could be the day Arsenal ends its 22-year wait for the Premier League title

MAY 19 • Associated Press

Joao Pedro - Won't play in World Cup Pedro was not called up by Brazil for the World Cup despite an impressive individual campaign with Chelsea, according to the CBF.

Impact Pedro scored 20 goals and provided five assists across 46 appearances (39 starts) for Chelsea this season before the final two fixtures, having been one of the most productive strikers in the Premier League. His omission from manager Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil squad is a significant surprise given his output throughout the campaign, and the forward will look to end well the season before using the summer to recharge before targeting an even stronger 2026/27 season with the Blues under new coach Xabi Alonso.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Tottenham out to secure Premier League spot in test at Chelsea Deadspin | Tottenham out to secure Premier League spot in test at Chelsea

MAY 18 • DEADSPIN.COM

Pep Guardiola Set To Depart Manchester City; Enzo Maresca Expected To Take Over

Pep Guardiola is reportedly set to step down as Manchester City manager this summer after a legendary decade-long tenure.

MAY 18 • FOX SPORTS

Pep Guardiola Set To Depart Manchester City; Enzo Maresca Expected To Take Over

FULL MATCH | Chelsea v Manchester City | Final

MAY 18 • YOUTUBE

McFarlane not thinking about Chelsea future ahead of Alonso arrival Chelsea face Tottenham in their last home game of 2025-26, while it is the Blues' first game since announcing Xabi Alonso's pending arrival.

MAY 18 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Marc Cucurella - 74 minutes in FA Cup loss Cucurella recorded one shot and two tackles won in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester City.

Impact Cucurella was tasked with a role on the left of the midfield Saturday as his club went for a three-center-back formation, notching one shot in the attack to go along with one interception, a clearance and two tackles won in the defense. He remains one of their more crucial two-way players to end the campaign and should maintain his starting role, especially ahead of the World Cup, notching one goal and four assists from his defensive spot this season.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Pedro - One shot in FA Cup Final Pedro recorded one shot in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester City.

Impact Pedro was kept in check Saturday as he saw minimal chances on net against City, recording only one shot in his 86 minutes of play. This comes after he was also goalles last match in league play against Liverpool, although his last came two appearances ago. He continues to be one of the better signings in the league this season, notching 15 goals and five assists in 34 league appearances (30 starts).

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Palmer - Quiet during FA Cup final Palmer registered two crosses in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester City.

Impact Palmer was mainly held in check by his former club Saturday, as the attacker only recorded two crosses in the attack to go along with a tackle. This continues a quiet second half of the season for him, as his last goal came March 4. This is not a good sign for the attacker with the England national team selection for the World Cup around the corner, although he has still recorded nine goals and one assist in 24 appearances (22 starts) this season.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Sanchez - Concedes one in final loss Sanchez recorded four saves and one goal allowed in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester City.

Impact Sanchez had some decent work to do Saturday as he tried to keep City out of the back of the net, recording four saves in the process. However, he still would allow a late goal, although on a shot not many keepers in the world would save. He should remain the starter heading into the final two games of the campaign, recording nine clean sheets, 44 goals allowed and 91 saves in 33 appearances in league play this campaign.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Romeo Lavia - Uncertain for Tottenham clash Lavia (knock) was left out of Saturday's FA Cup final squad against Manchester City after picking up a knock in the build-up to the fixture, and is uncertain for Tuesday's Premier...

Impact Lavia's omission from the showpiece fixture was a precautionary decision, with the Belgian midfielder's well-documented injury history since joining Chelsea clearly a factor in the coaching staff's thinking. He had been impressive in his recent appearances, and the club will be eager to have him available for the final two Premier League fixtures of the season. No further details have been provided on the extent of the knock, leaving his availability for Tuesday uncertain pending further assessment.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Levi Colwill - Carefully managed by staff Colwill (knee) is being managed carefully after his return from injury and won't start Tuesday's clash against Tottenham, according to coach Calum McFarlane. "We need to be careful...

Impact Colwill has started Chelsea's last two fixtures since returning from his lengthy knee injury, but the club is not prepared to risk him from the beginning against Tottenham given the importance of managing his workload carefully at this stage of his comeback and with the World Cup looming in a few weeks for him with the Three Lions. Tosin Adarabioyo is expected to take his spot in central defense if the late assessment confirms he should be kept on the bench, with Chelsea prioritizing Colwill's long-term availability over any short-term starting role.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Guardiola's 20th City trophy; West Ham face relegation. | The 2 Robbies Podcast (FULL)

MAY 17 • YOUTUBE

Revealed: When Chelsea Expects Xabi Alonso To Win The Premier League Title

Chelsea have officially confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager on a four-year deal, signaling a major shift in the cl...

MAY 17 • FOX SPORTS

Revealed: When Chelsea Expects Xabi Alonso To Win The Premier League Title

Five Transfer Targets for Xabi Alonso to Consider Signing at Chelsea Chelsea’s new manager will quickly go about restoring the Blues as Premier League title contenders.

MAY 17 • SI.COM

'He can do that in a nightclub!' - Roy Keane slams William Osula for Michael Jackson goal celebration during Newcastle's win over West Ham

Manchester United legend Roy Keane criticised Newcastle United forward William Osula for a theatrical Michael Jackson-inspired goal celebrat...

MAY 17 • goal

'He can do that in a nightclub!' - Roy Keane slams William Osula for Michael Jackson goal celebration during Newcastle's win over West Ham

West Ham on brink of relegation from the Premier League as Bruno Fernandes ties assist record

West Ham’s 14-year stay in the Premier League is almost over

MAY 17 • Associated Press

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MAY 17 • YOUTUBE

When Is Xabi Alonso's First Game As Chelsea Manager? Chelsea still have to play Tottenham and Sunderland in the Premier League this season.

MAY 17 • SI.COM

Xabi Alonso's Record Against Chelsea As a Player During Fierce Liverpool Rivalry Xabi Alonso was confirmed as Chelsea’s new manager the day after their FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City.

MAY 17 • SI.COM

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment

Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1

MAY 17 • Associated Press

Winners and losers of the 2025-26 WSL season: Khadija Shaw and Man City proved unstoppable as Chelsea go back to the drawing board and Man Utd face a big call on Marc Skinner's future

As the Women's Super League season came to a close on Saturday, a team other than Chelsea lifted the trophy for the first time in seven year...

MAY 17 • goal

Winners and losers of the 2025-26 WSL season: Khadija Shaw and Man City proved unstoppable as Chelsea go back to the drawing board and Man Utd face a big call on Marc Skinner's future

Three Takeaways As Man City Pip Chelsea to FA Cup Trophy Manchester City secured their eighth FA Cup title as Antoine Semenyo’s second-half backheel decided a finely-poised final against Chelsea at...

MAY 16 • SI.COM

Ex-Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso set to take Chelsea job: AP source

Xabi Alonso is set to be named Chelsea coach after reaching an agreement with the Premier League club, a person with knowledge of the deal has told the Associated Press

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Man City Beats Chelsea in FA Cup Final After ‘1 in 100’ Antoine Semenyo Goal

Antoine Semenyo has produced a moment of magic for Manchester City to beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup final.

MAY 16 • FOX SPORTS

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Arsenal on brink of Premier League title with Man City needing to beat Bournemouth

Pep Guardiola Set To Depart Manchester City; Enzo Maresca Expected To Take Over

Revealed: When Chelsea Expects Xabi Alonso To Win The Premier League Title

'He can do that in a nightclub!' - Roy Keane slams William Osula for Michael Jackson goal celebration during Newcastle's win over West Ham

West Ham on brink of relegation from the Premier League as Bruno Fernandes ties assist record

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment

Winners and losers of the 2025-26 WSL season: Khadija Shaw and Man City proved unstoppable as Chelsea go back to the drawing board and Man Utd face a big call on Marc Skinner's future

Ex-Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso set to take Chelsea job: AP source

Man City Beats Chelsea in FA Cup Final After ‘1 in 100’ Antoine Semenyo Goal