Arthur Ferridge
@arthurferridge.bsky.social
Sportswriter at the London Standard
Some reflections from Stamford Bridge as Chelsea’s Sisyphean wait for a Women’s Champions League title was once again extended yesterday www.standard.co.uk/sport/footba...
Chelsea's search for perfection ends with Champions League humiliation
Chelsea faced a harsh reality check as they crashed out of the Champions League
www.standard.co.uk
April 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Some reflections from Stamford Bridge as Chelsea’s Sisyphean wait for a Women’s Champions League title was once again extended yesterday www.standard.co.uk/sport/footba...
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Chelsea extend their WSL advantage to nine points after Guro Reiten's late penalty helped them to a narrow derby win over Arsenal!
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Blues extend WSL lead after gritty derby win: Five things we learned from Chelsea 1-0 Arsenal
Chelsea have again renewed their WSL title credentials with a hard-fought win over second-placed Arsenal after Reiten's second half penalty.
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January 26, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Chelsea extend their WSL advantage to nine points after Guro Reiten's late penalty helped them to a narrow derby win over Arsenal!
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My take on an odd evening at Kingsmeadow Stadium 👇 hayters.com/unconvincing...
Unconvincing Blues step into League Cup semis: Five things we learned from Chelsea 5-0 Durham
Chelsea ran out unconvincing victors over Durham despite dominating the scoreline to progress to the next round of the League Cup.
hayters.com
January 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
My take on an odd evening at Kingsmeadow Stadium 👇 hayters.com/unconvincing...
Chelsea continue to set the agenda in the womens game. Will Girma be the final piece of the puzzle needed to bring the UWCL back to SW6?
Chelsea are set to SMASH the world women's transfer record with a million-dollar centre-back 🤑
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Chelsea to smash women's transfer world record with million-dollar defender
Chelsea are set to sign San Diego Wave defender Naomi Girma in a move expected to smash the women's transfer world record.
zurl.co
January 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Chelsea continue to set the agenda in the womens game. Will Girma be the final piece of the puzzle needed to bring the UWCL back to SW6?
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⚽️ Mikel Arteta questioned the 'different' @Carabao_Cup ball after @arsenalfc.bsky.social 's 2-0 loss to Newcastle
🐸 Here are six of the weirdest reasons for defeat that managers have come up with over the years: zurl.co/bjM78
🐸 Here are six of the weirdest reasons for defeat that managers have come up with over the years: zurl.co/bjM78
Arteta questions 'different' Carabao Cup ball: Six of the weirdest reasons for defeat
Among the toughest responsibilities of a top-flight football manager is having to face the media and explain yourself after a tough loss. Here are six of the best excuses they have come up with over the years.
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January 8, 2025 at 1:30 PM
⚽️ Mikel Arteta questioned the 'different' @Carabao_Cup ball after @arsenalfc.bsky.social 's 2-0 loss to Newcastle
🐸 Here are six of the weirdest reasons for defeat that managers have come up with over the years: zurl.co/bjM78
🐸 Here are six of the weirdest reasons for defeat that managers have come up with over the years: zurl.co/bjM78
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🚨 WEST HAM SACK JULEN LOPETEGUI 🚨
The Hammers have finally relieved the Spaniard of his duties with the team sat 14th in the Premier League, but where did it all go wrong for Lopetegui?
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The Hammers have finally relieved the Spaniard of his duties with the team sat 14th in the Premier League, but where did it all go wrong for Lopetegui?
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Lopetegui sacked by West Ham: Where did it all go wrong?
Julen Lopetegui has been relieved of his duties at West Ham less than seven months into his two-year contract. A 4-1 loss away to Manchester City and 5-0 dismantling at the hands of Liverpool proved a double blow, confirming a sacking which has been looming for several weeks, but where did it all go wrong for Lopetegui?
zurl.co
January 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
🚨 WEST HAM SACK JULEN LOPETEGUI 🚨
The Hammers have finally relieved the Spaniard of his duties with the team sat 14th in the Premier League, but where did it all go wrong for Lopetegui?
READ MORE HERE: zurl.co/7BZdv
The Hammers have finally relieved the Spaniard of his duties with the team sat 14th in the Premier League, but where did it all go wrong for Lopetegui?
READ MORE HERE: zurl.co/7BZdv
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🎤 EFL hit back after Arteta blamed Arsenal's loss to Newcastle on the match ball!
📢 “All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures.”
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📢 “All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures.”
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EFL defend Puma in statement after Arteta blames loss on match ball
The EFL have made a statement in defence of the Carabao Cup match ball after Arteta said it affected his side's performance.
zurl.co
January 8, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🎤 EFL hit back after Arteta blamed Arsenal's loss to Newcastle on the match ball!
📢 “All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures.”
READ MORE: zurl.co/jKZkL
📢 “All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures.”
READ MORE: zurl.co/jKZkL
Forgot to update the bluesky, but I’m in Kazakhstan for Chelsea vs FC Astana! 🇰🇿
Explored the city a bit yesterday and can confirm it is bloody freezing, currently -7°C. Big day on the cards - will be at the match this evening and hope to meet some fans but first, badly need to buy some gloves!
Explored the city a bit yesterday and can confirm it is bloody freezing, currently -7°C. Big day on the cards - will be at the match this evening and hope to meet some fans but first, badly need to buy some gloves!
December 12, 2024 at 4:06 AM
Forgot to update the bluesky, but I’m in Kazakhstan for Chelsea vs FC Astana! 🇰🇿
Explored the city a bit yesterday and can confirm it is bloody freezing, currently -7°C. Big day on the cards - will be at the match this evening and hope to meet some fans but first, badly need to buy some gloves!
Explored the city a bit yesterday and can confirm it is bloody freezing, currently -7°C. Big day on the cards - will be at the match this evening and hope to meet some fans but first, badly need to buy some gloves!
Feel so pessimistic saying this after a win like that, but…
I’m dreading this Chelsea bubble bursting. I won’t truly believe in this (whisper it quietly) title charge until we’ve lost a match and responded with a win next time out. That’s when you’ll know we’re serious #CFC
I’m dreading this Chelsea bubble bursting. I won’t truly believe in this (whisper it quietly) title charge until we’ve lost a match and responded with a win next time out. That’s when you’ll know we’re serious #CFC
December 8, 2024 at 6:43 PM
Feel so pessimistic saying this after a win like that, but…
I’m dreading this Chelsea bubble bursting. I won’t truly believe in this (whisper it quietly) title charge until we’ve lost a match and responded with a win next time out. That’s when you’ll know we’re serious #CFC
I’m dreading this Chelsea bubble bursting. I won’t truly believe in this (whisper it quietly) title charge until we’ve lost a match and responded with a win next time out. That’s when you’ll know we’re serious #CFC
FT: ARSENAL 4-0 VILLA
4 goals and 3 points with a clean sheet to boot for Arsenal in front of a lively crowd despite grim North London wind and rain. A disappointing performance from De Pauw's Villa, who struggled to create against the in-form Gunners #WSL
4 goals and 3 points with a clean sheet to boot for Arsenal in front of a lively crowd despite grim North London wind and rain. A disappointing performance from De Pauw's Villa, who struggled to create against the in-form Gunners #WSL
December 8, 2024 at 3:52 PM
FT: ARSENAL 4-0 VILLA
4 goals and 3 points with a clean sheet to boot for Arsenal in front of a lively crowd despite grim North London wind and rain. A disappointing performance from De Pauw's Villa, who struggled to create against the in-form Gunners #WSL
4 goals and 3 points with a clean sheet to boot for Arsenal in front of a lively crowd despite grim North London wind and rain. A disappointing performance from De Pauw's Villa, who struggled to create against the in-form Gunners #WSL
Huge Rainbow Laces display revealed before kickoff here
December 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Huge Rainbow Laces display revealed before kickoff here
Team sheets from the Emirates. No Kim Little for the Gunners
December 8, 2024 at 1:05 PM
Team sheets from the Emirates. No Kim Little for the Gunners
Out at a rain-soaked emirates today for Arsenal and Aston Villa in some #WSL action
Arsenal looking to extend a run of 3 wins and 3 clean sheets today, as Villa look to leapfrog Liverpool and Tottenham with a win on the road @hayterstv.bsky.social
Arsenal looking to extend a run of 3 wins and 3 clean sheets today, as Villa look to leapfrog Liverpool and Tottenham with a win on the road @hayterstv.bsky.social
December 8, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Out at a rain-soaked emirates today for Arsenal and Aston Villa in some #WSL action
Arsenal looking to extend a run of 3 wins and 3 clean sheets today, as Villa look to leapfrog Liverpool and Tottenham with a win on the road @hayterstv.bsky.social
Arsenal looking to extend a run of 3 wins and 3 clean sheets today, as Villa look to leapfrog Liverpool and Tottenham with a win on the road @hayterstv.bsky.social
As good a result as that was, I can’t help thinking about that late season run of losses Maresca went through with Leicester. Seemed as though he struggled for solutions when things weren’t going his way - how will he react if/when that happens at Chelsea? #CFC
December 4, 2024 at 9:53 PM
As good a result as that was, I can’t help thinking about that late season run of losses Maresca went through with Leicester. Seemed as though he struggled for solutions when things weren’t going his way - how will he react if/when that happens at Chelsea? #CFC
A foul throw and an indirect free kick in one half of football. Am I watching Sunday league?
December 1, 2024 at 2:20 PM
A foul throw and an indirect free kick in one half of football. Am I watching Sunday league?
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It was lovely to talk to Arthur for this, it’s just a shame it wasn’t about a happier topic.
✍️ Crystal Palace's performances this Premier League season have regressed somewhat since Oliver Glasner's dream start in SE25
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
Why are Crystal Palace struggling after such a positive end to last season?
Few clubs were flying higher than Crystal Palace after last season, but the good vibes did not carry over into the new year.
hayters.com
November 29, 2024 at 9:38 AM
It was lovely to talk to Arthur for this, it’s just a shame it wasn’t about a happier topic.
✍️ Crystal Palace's performances this Premier League season have regressed somewhat since Oliver Glasner's dream start in SE25
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
Why are Crystal Palace struggling after such a positive end to last season?
Few clubs were flying higher than Crystal Palace after last season, but the good vibes did not carry over into the new year.
hayters.com
November 29, 2024 at 9:19 AM
✍️ Crystal Palace's performances this Premier League season have regressed somewhat since Oliver Glasner's dream start in SE25
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
I took a look at the stats and storylines with the help of @hltco.bsky.social
Read below @hayterstv.bsky.social 👇
hayters.com/why-are-crys...
Atmosphere at the Voith-Arena in Heidenheim looks incredible - that’s what European football is all about 🫶
November 28, 2024 at 5:47 PM
Atmosphere at the Voith-Arena in Heidenheim looks incredible - that’s what European football is all about 🫶
Ranieri: "When I retired I did not expect to come back to the bench. Only Roma or Cagliari could have changed my mind. But Leicester, I'm sure they will pick themselves up because they have great fans and a great board."
November 27, 2024 at 7:55 PM
Ranieri: "When I retired I did not expect to come back to the bench. Only Roma or Cagliari could have changed my mind. But Leicester, I'm sure they will pick themselves up because they have great fans and a great board."
Ranieri: "Tottenham are a well oiled machine. They push all the way on the gas pedal. We need to move the ball as fast as possible."
November 27, 2024 at 7:53 PM
Ranieri: "Tottenham are a well oiled machine. They push all the way on the gas pedal. We need to move the ball as fast as possible."
Ranieri: Tomorrow will be a tough game against a very strong opponent. It is more important because of our rank in the tournament. They just scored four goals against Man City so they are obviously going through a very good spell. They play the type of football I love." #UCL
November 27, 2024 at 7:41 PM
Ranieri: Tomorrow will be a tough game against a very strong opponent. It is more important because of our rank in the tournament. They just scored four goals against Man City so they are obviously going through a very good spell. They play the type of football I love." #UCL
NYCFC part ways with manager Nick Cushing, who was heavily linked with the vacant Arsenal Women job after Jonas Eidevall’s departure.
One to watch as the WSL heads to international break…
One to watch as the WSL heads to international break…
November 26, 2024 at 1:19 PM
NYCFC part ways with manager Nick Cushing, who was heavily linked with the vacant Arsenal Women job after Jonas Eidevall’s departure.
One to watch as the WSL heads to international break…
One to watch as the WSL heads to international break…