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‘Great story’ at Chelsea used as inspiration for Derry & Co

Reece James is considered to be a “great story” at Chelsea that acts as inspiration for the likes of Jesse Derry and other starry-eyed academy hopefuls. The Blues have always kept a pathway open to their first-team for the hottest of prospects, but Gary Cahill has explained to GOAL why it is “natural” that said journey will sometimes prove difficult to complete.

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McFarlane reveals Xabi Alonso text after FA Cup final loss

Chelsea interim head coach Calum McFarlane has confirmed that the Stamford Bridge dressing room is buzzing following the official appointment of Xabi Alonso. Despite the heartbreak of Saturday’s FA Cup final defeat, McFarlane revealed he has already exchanged messages with his successor and insists the players are energised by the prospect of working under the former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen manager.

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Alonso’s transfer plan for Chelsea after Rosenior ‘mistake’

Chelsea have handed Xabi Alonso a four-year contract to take charge at Stamford Bridge after reportedly admitting the appointment of Liam Rosenior was a strategic error. To finally harness the potential of their expensive young squad, the Blues are backing the Liverpool legend with an ambitious transfer plan designed to perfectly suit his elite pedigree.

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Chelsea confirm Alonso appointment with start date revealed

Chelsea have officially announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager, bringing the former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder back to the Premier League. The Spaniard has signed a long-term deal at Stamford Bridge as the BlueCo ownership group looks to usher in a new era of stability and success following a turbulent campaign.

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Semenyo lights up gloomy final - but Chelsea face more doom

Antoine Semenyo ensured Manchester City wrapped up a domestic cup double at Wembley on Saturday, as his sublime flick 18 minutes from time decided the FA Cup final at Chelsea's expense. Conversely, the 1-0 defeat was the confirmation of another miserable season for the Blues, whose hopes of qualifying for any form of European football are now in serious jeopardy.

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Alonso reaches full agreement with Chelsea

Chelsea have secured their top managerial target, reaching a full agreement with former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso. The 44-year-old Spaniard, who famously led Leverkusen to an unbeaten Bundesliga title, has signed a four-year contract to become manager at Stamford Bridge – a title shift suggesting a broader remit than his predecessors.

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Semenyo revels in 'improvised' FA Cup final winner

Antoine Semenyo was the hero at Wembley as Manchester City secured a domestic cup double with a narrow victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final. The January signing from Bournemouth provided the decisive moment of quality in a cagey affair to hand Pep Guardiola his 20th trophy in English football.

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Guardiola makes history as Man City secure double

Manchester City have once again asserted their dominance over the English game, securing the domestic cup double with a hard-fought victory at Wembley. Pep Guardiola's men edged past Chelsea 1-0 to ensure another trophy heads to the Etihad cabinet this season, with the coach writing his name in the history books once again.

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Barca chief eyes Chelsea's Joao Pedro

Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly set to attend the FA Cup final at Wembley to personally scout Chelsea forward Joao Pedro. The former Blues midfielder has been in London this week for top-level meetings as the Catalan giants prepare for a significant squad overhaul this summer.

Frequently asked questions

The US Men’s national team plays throughout the year during designated international breaks in the domestic soccer calendar. Each year, they play a series of international friendlies and qualification games, with major tournaments occurring every two to four years.

The USMNT can qualify for a number of tournaments. Continentally, and providing they qualify, the nation plays in the CONCACAF Gold Cup every two years alongside the CONCACAF Nations League.
Outside of that, they can also qualify for the Copa America and the FIFA World Cup.

The men’s national team have had some real stars over the years, with Cobi Jones having won the most caps during his career. He picked up 164, just beating the legendary Landon Donovan on 157. Michael Bradley (151), Clint Dempsey (141) and Jeff Agoos (134) complete the top five most capped USMNT players.

As yet it remains to seen who will have the full TV rights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US. TV rights for the 2022 World Cup were exclusive to FOX and Telemundo, with Spanish language available of Telemundo snd Universo. Streaming-wise, the likes of fubo. Peacock, Sling TV, and YouTube TV previously aired games, but the bidding war hasn't been won yet, ahead of the 2026 tournament.

The Gold Cup is held every two years. The last was held in 2023 meaning the next opportunity to watch USMNT play in that particular tournament in 2025.

Head coach of the USMNT is Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentine took over in September of 2024, winning five out of his first six games in charge. Previously, Pochettino has managed English Premier League clubs Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, before leaving for Paris Saint-Germain. After 18 months with the French giants, he once again returned to England to take over at Chelsea, before moving to the States as head national coach.