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Lovely to watch, nearest player we had to Hazard

Looking good Steve lad. Keep it up!

Generation talent

Starts and scored for NT against Senegal. https://streamin.link/v/4fdd1b79

Just scored against Belgium.

Another 16 years old instead of someone like Bastoni who would take you to the race of the title and some top GK. Development FC .

Oracle?! Ffs, the company owned/founded by right wing Trumper Larry Ellison who’s buying up loads of different companies in order to turn them into shitty propaganda sources. 🤢

One of the issues with new FOS sponsors is companies waiting to see what punishment Chelsea get for the recent charges against them. Companies have been reluctant to commit so I’d assume Chelsea and Oracle will negotiate extending the current deal (if agreed) past summer. (@SimonPhillips)

You say that now that he is 25 years old and had many tries to improve. It's like giving the same context Gittens and Garnacho come good at 25 after many tries in the PL..... But you don't want to be patient with the younger guys that can have potential like Semenyo? I'm sure if you bought Semenyo at 21 and he was not showing nothing you would have said not a good signing. The point is that with these younger players sometimes you need to give them a season or two and then we can assess further. The only youth that has come doing above others is Estevao and that is the exception not the norm.

I don't understand that headlines, is it saying that people who support him are pedophiles? Or that Trump is a pedophile? I agree with Trump being a pedophile. But the people who support him? Theres no evidence in the article, as when i open the article it just gave some statements but it brought no actual fact and it shows nowhere where it got it's info. It says: a Gallup Poll released Tuesday confirmed that Donald Trump’s support remained overwhelmingly strong among working-class American pedophiles. But it doesn't give that info in the article of where to find it?

These owners are fucking shit.

To be fair to United, they did well to go after PL experienced talent. If they were able to add a solid mid to help out Casemiro, they'd be in the battle for top 4.

Cant be any worse than Tosin. People laughed when I said that last season too but Tosin has been found out as the second coming of Titus Bramble. And another 16 years old who is apparently “best CB talent” someone has seen. Great. He’ll be playing for Grimsby in 5 years probably. I know we don’t need wingers but would be devastated if we aren’t in the running for Semenyo. Looks really exciting. Suppose 25 years old probably makes him too old anyway but would’ve been a better signing than both Gittens & Garnacho. Oh well. Probably goes to City or Liverpool & tears it up. Even if he went to United think he’d do well - particularly after the output & performances they’ve got with Cunha & Mbuemo, PL proven players giving them much more than most expected, ok goals maybe lacking from Cunha but I think you see the all round ability is there. Mbuemo has really impressed me his physicality, dynamism & work rate.

"We have a Disasi" - Winstanley, probably.

https://theonion.com/trump-still-polling-well-with-working-class-american-pedophiles/

What are Arsenal's Chances in the UEFA Champions League Looking Like? Can Arsenal finally win their first Champions League title? https://thedailybriefing.io/p/arsenal-champions-league Although Arsenal have been impressing us domestically in recent years, their record in Europe is pretty pitiful! While other English clubs like Chelsea, Man City, and Liverpool have seen success in the Champions League in recent years, the Gunners haven’t quite translated their Premier League form into Europe. Despite qualifying for a record 19 seasons between 1998/99 and 2016/17, they’re still looking for their first Champions League title. Their last outing did offer some hope, as they progressed to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2009/10, breaking their run of seven consecutive exits in the Round of 16. Although they did lose to Bayern Munich 2–3, it was still a promising display from the club. So, do I think we could see Arsenal lift their first-ever Champions League trophy this year? Well, let’s find out! Arsenal’s European Form Although a team’s previous form isn’t the be-all and end-all of their chances, it gives us a good indication of how they could fare once again. Arsenal’s form in Europe has long been a sticking point in their rebuild since Wenger left the club back in May 2018, after 22 years at the helm. Under Wenger, they held the record for the most qualifications in a row, making it through to the Champions League 19 times between 1998 and 2017, and they were usually a strong contender in European contests. Under new head coach Unai Emery, who took charge on the 23rd of May 2018, they made it to the final of the Europa League. However, they suffered at the hands of Chelsea, who beat them 4–1 to claim their second Europa League title. Not only did they lose the tournament, but it was their last opportunity to secure qualification for the Champions League and meant they were absent from Europe’s top competition once again. Out of Europe Their loss to Chelsea marked the start of a poor European run for the Gunners. Under their next head coach, Mikel Arteta, who took charge in December 2019, they finished eighth in the Premier League, their lowest result since 1994/95. However, they secured a place in the Europa League with a record-extending 14th FA Cup title. In the 2020/21 season, they once again finished in eighth and failed to qualify for any European competition for the first time in 26 years. The following season, they finished fifth, qualifying for the Europa League but missing out on a Champions League spot by two points to London rivals, Spurs. Although they topped their group in the subsequent Europa League, they didn’t make it past the Round of 16. They initially drew against Sporting CP 2–2 on aggregate but were eliminated on penalties after extra time. Coming Back Stronger After finishing second in the Premier League 2022/23 season, when they spent the most time at the top of the table without winning the league, they qualified for a Champions League spot in the 2023/24 competition. They topped their group against Sevilla, RC Lens, and PSV Eindhoven, sending them through to the Round of 16 for the first time in the Champions League since the 2016/17 competition. They drew the game against FC Porto 1–1, but this time, the penalties went their way and they made it through to the quarter-finals. Although they left the competition after losing 3–2 on aggregate to Bayern Munich, it was still their strongest showing in Europe’s top competition for decades. They continued their streak in the next Champions League 2024/25, going 17 European games unbeaten before losing in the semi-finals to the eventual champions, PSG. How are They Fairing in the Champions League So Far? Firstly, let’s cover the new Champions League format, so you’ll know exactly what is going on. Rather than playing in groups, all 36 of the teams who qualified are in a league. Each will play eight different opponents, four away and four at home. The top eight teams at the end of that will go straight through to the Round of 16, while those ranked from 9th through to 24th will compete in a two-legged playoff stage for the remaining eight places. Those ranked lower than 24th will be eliminated straight away and not drop into the Europa League. When the final 16 is decided, the competition will stick to its existing format of two-legged knockout games. Just to clear up what I mean by two-legged, it’s two games played against the same team, with one at home and the other away. Who plays who is decided based on seeding, so that the top teams don’t meet each other until later on in the tournament. Remember, like last year, there’s no away goals rule, so drawn games go straight to extra time and penalties if needed! How are Arsenal Doing? Arsenal find themselves sitting in fourth place in the Champions League 2025/26 table at the moment, having won all three of their first games. Although all five top teams are undefeated and joint on nine points, Arsenal find themselves behind Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and PSG on goal difference, but ahead of Real Madrid. All three of their wins have been convincing, and they’re yet to concede a single goal in the competition. Their most recent win was also their best, with a 4–0 victory over Atlético Madrid on the 21st of October. All four goals came within 14 minutes, and Gyökeres secured an impressive brace. Atlético aren’t competition to be taken lightly either, they made it to the quarter-finals of the competition last year and finished fourth. Are There Any Hurdles on the Horizon? Arsenal could stand a real chance this year, they’ll have to make it to the Round of 16 first, of course, but I don’t see them falling far enough down the table to prevent that from happening. I think they’re more than likely to be in the eight that go straight through, but if not, I’d say they would be likely to clinch it in the play-offs. Their toughest challenge will come against Bayern Munich on the 26th of November. The Reds always pose a real threat, and at the moment, they’re running away with the Bundesliga and are in top form. The tie will also see Spurs’ legend Harry Kane face his former London rivals. Kane already has five goals from three games in the Champions League this year, and twelve goals in eight appearances in the Bundesliga. If anyone’s likely to throw a spanner in the works for the Gunners, I’d say it’s Harry Kane and Bayern. Do I See Arsenal Winning the Champions League? I don’t see progressing to the Round of 16 being a problem for the Gunners this time around if their current form is anything to go by. There’s a long way to go; we’re only three of eight games into the first stage. However, I just don’t see them capitulating like they have done so many times in the past. It will be the knockout stages, where they’re often so unpredictable, that pose the real test for Arsenal Their Biggest Competition If they want to win, they’ll likely have to best defending champions PSG, who just seem untouchable, at some point. Although they’re only one point ahead in Ligue 1, PSG have been immense in Europe in recent years. They’ve had some tough matches already in this Champions League, but they’ve beaten Barcelona 2–1 and Atalanta 4–0. They also managed to put seven past Leverkusen, even scoring six of those with 10 men after Zabaryni was sent off in the 37th minute. You can’t write off Bayern Munich, either; they’ve been incredible in the Bundesliga so far and sit ahead of Arsenal on goal difference (currently by just one goal). I think we’ll know a lot more about Arsenal’s chances after the two go head-to-head on the 26th of November. I’m personally waiting on the outcome before I can seriously consider the Gunners. My Thoughts on Arsenal’s Chances If their domestic form is anything to go by, Arsenal could be a real threat in the Champions League this year. At the moment, the Premier League is theirs to lose as they sit on 22 points, seven ahead of last year’s winners Liverpool and four points over the closest team, Bournemouth. There’s a way to go, but I’m already impressed with the Gunners in this year’s Champions League. They look to be putting their inconsistent ways behind them. I’m still holding out on their match against Bayern before I start seriously considering them as contenders for the win. I’m also treading with caution because of their history when it comes to progressing after the Round 16; you just don’t know what Arsenal you’re getting in Europe. They’ll also face a strong challenge from PSG and Bayern, who both look formidable in this year’s contest and their own leagues. Despite all that, I still reckon they have one of the best chances of winning the Champions League this year, given their form, and I certainly wouldn’t bet against them!

Former Tottenham owner Joe Lewis pardoned by Donald Trump British billionaire was fined £4m for insider trading but, despite US president’s intervention, will not be returning to London club https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/11/13/former-tottenham-owner-joe-lewis-to-be-pardoned-by-trump/ https://archive.ph/EM5FS Former Tottenham Hotspur owner Joe Lewis is to receive an official pardon from US president Donald Trump, but will not be making a return to the club. Lewis was fined £4m last year after pleading guilty to insider trading, having handed ownership of Tottenham to the Lewis Family Trust in 2022. The Lewis family this year took full operational control of Tottenham, following the departure of former chairman Daniel Levy, but 88-year-old Joe will remain in retirement. Tottenham will continue to be run by the next generation of the Lewis family – Joe’s daughter Vivienne, his son Charles and Nick Beucher, the husband of Vivienne’s daughter – along with non-executive chairman Peter Charrington and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham. Eric Hinson last month joined the club’s board as a non-executive director. Lewis’s pardon is due to be published by the White House later today and the British billionaire said: “I am pleased all of this is now behind me, and I can enjoy retirement and watch as my family and extended family continue to build our businesses based on the quality and pursuit of excellence that has become our trademark.” A source close to the Lewis family added: “Joe and the Lewis family are extremely grateful for this pardon and would like to thank President Trump for taking this action. Over his long business career, Joe has been a visionary, creating businesses across the world which multiple generations of his family are now taking forward. There is so much more to the Joe Lewis story than this one event.” Vivienne has been a regular at games since Levy’s departure and the Lewis family last month confirmed the injection of £100m into Tottenham, as first revealed by Telegraph Sport. The family have vowed to prioritise sustained sporting success, with the club fifth in the Premier League table and 10th in the Champions League standings. Lewis, who was born in London’s East End, was ranked 39th in the 2023 Sunday Times Rich List with an estimated worth of around £5bn. Before his sentencing in April last year, Lewis said that he learned as he grew up in England during World War II how “precious life is” and had devoted himself to finding a cure for “horrendous diseases”. Trump has issued a number of pardons since returning to the White House, some of which have provoked controversy and criticism.

A sentiment to how far Marc Cucurella has come His story is madness https://siphillipstalkschelsea.substack.com/p/a-sentiment-to-how-far-marc-cucurella Marc Cucurella was literally written off by nearly everyone at one point. I will say, I did see some Chelsea fans sticking with him and still believing in him, but the majority had lost faith. I had always said, and I can find the articles if needed, that Cucurella was a good player simply because I watched him at Getafe and Brighton and saw how good he was, and I always wanted us to sign him. I thought he was a superb left back. Then he came to Chelsea and he did struggle a lot. He had some off field personal issues going on which likely effected his form. But whatever happened, he was largely not rated by the Chelsea fan base. Before the last Euros in 2024, Cucurella was still being written off by everyone, and Gary Neville even said that Cucurella would be the reason Spain don’t win in that tournament. Of course, Spain went on to win that tournament, and Cucurella played some of the best football he had played in a while to help them. It kicked started his Chelsea career too and since then, his form has been superb and he has become one of the most important players in our team and probably one of the first names on the team sheet. What an incredible turnaround. Cucurella went from being booed by a section of Chelsea fans, being written off and being the butt of all jokes, to being one of Chelsea’s most important players and also, Michael Olise’s toughest opponent to face! Olise said this week: “I’ve faced a lot of top players over the years but the toughest has to be Marc Cucurella. “I’ve played against him a couple of times, and trust me, it’s never easy.” This is probably one of the biggest compliments you can have as a player, for one of the best wingers in the world to say that you are his toughest ever opponent. If only these two were on the same team playing in blue, hey!? Fair play, Cucu, fair play. His attitude is top, and to face adversity like he did and to rise back up, will always have my upmost respect and admiration. He’s become one of our needed leaders in this young group. I applaud Marc Cucurella!

🔵 View from the Bridge — John Terry tears into the UK Government https://aviewfromthebridge.substack.com/p/view-from-the-bridge-john-terry-tears snip Speaking on The Obi One podcast, John Terry slammed the UK Government for their treatment of Roman Abramovich, who was sanctioned shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine. “I think he’s one of the nicest people you could ever meet in your life,” said the Chelsea legend. “I think it’s disgusting what happened to him, I really do. I think the UK government should be embarrassed by our actions towards him. “What he did during lockdown and what he did for the NHS was sensational. He opened up Stamford Bridge to all the nurses and gave people homes during that difficult time. “He was just a lovely, lovely man who loved our football club and thankfully turned away from one other football club and made the right decision to come.”

We'll have a stacked team in 2030, thats for sure 😆 I just don't see how Chalobah/Tosin/Josh/Fofana is enough to get us top 4 this season. A defender in January would be ideal.

At least we are working on defenders which is what i was asking. Granted this is for the future but this guy is getting a lot of hype from Ecuador. I'm still surprised that Ecuador out of nowhere are producing top players. Kind of remind of Belgium with their golden generation. Seems like that is right now with Ecuador.

Another kid.. great!

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Chelsea’s youth drive will continue with the signing of Ecuadorean defender Deinner Ordonez from Independente del Valle, Moises Caicedo’s old club. 16yo defender agrees long term deal and joins in 2028. (@JacobSteinberg)