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Shot Of The Day.
Another chance goes begging against Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park on 6th February 1993.
Despite Mick Harford scoring in the 89th minute, Chelsea fall to a disappointing 3-1 defeat in the Lancashire mist.
Another chance goes begging against Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park on 6th February 1993.
Despite Mick Harford scoring in the 89th minute, Chelsea fall to a disappointing 3-1 defeat in the Lancashire mist.
November 27, 2025 at 7:38 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Another chance goes begging against Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park on 6th February 1993.
Despite Mick Harford scoring in the 89th minute, Chelsea fall to a disappointing 3-1 defeat in the Lancashire mist.
Another chance goes begging against Oldham Athletic at Boundary Park on 6th February 1993.
Despite Mick Harford scoring in the 89th minute, Chelsea fall to a disappointing 3-1 defeat in the Lancashire mist.
Shot Of The Day.
A young looking Roy Bentley, John Harris and Bobby Campbell make work for the laundry lady after a muddy training session at Stamford Bridge in 1950.
A young looking Roy Bentley, John Harris and Bobby Campbell make work for the laundry lady after a muddy training session at Stamford Bridge in 1950.
November 26, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Shot Of The Day.
A young looking Roy Bentley, John Harris and Bobby Campbell make work for the laundry lady after a muddy training session at Stamford Bridge in 1950.
A young looking Roy Bentley, John Harris and Bobby Campbell make work for the laundry lady after a muddy training session at Stamford Bridge in 1950.
On This Day
25th November 1967, Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in a Division 1 fixture.
Tommy Baldwin gave Chelsea the lead in the 21st minute with Brian Kidd equalising for United in the 35th minute.
The attendance was 54,712.
25th November 1967, Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in a Division 1 fixture.
Tommy Baldwin gave Chelsea the lead in the 21st minute with Brian Kidd equalising for United in the 35th minute.
The attendance was 54,712.
November 25, 2025 at 7:35 AM
On This Day
25th November 1967, Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in a Division 1 fixture.
Tommy Baldwin gave Chelsea the lead in the 21st minute with Brian Kidd equalising for United in the 35th minute.
The attendance was 54,712.
25th November 1967, Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in a Division 1 fixture.
Tommy Baldwin gave Chelsea the lead in the 21st minute with Brian Kidd equalising for United in the 35th minute.
The attendance was 54,712.
Shot Of The Day.
Kerry Dixon sends Perry Digweed the wrong way and his 26th minute penalty gives Chelsea the lead at the Goldstone Ground on 3rd September 1983. After Brighton level the score, Kerry Dixon nets late on to give Chelsea a 2-1 win at the seaside.
Kerry Dixon sends Perry Digweed the wrong way and his 26th minute penalty gives Chelsea the lead at the Goldstone Ground on 3rd September 1983. After Brighton level the score, Kerry Dixon nets late on to give Chelsea a 2-1 win at the seaside.
November 25, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Kerry Dixon sends Perry Digweed the wrong way and his 26th minute penalty gives Chelsea the lead at the Goldstone Ground on 3rd September 1983. After Brighton level the score, Kerry Dixon nets late on to give Chelsea a 2-1 win at the seaside.
Kerry Dixon sends Perry Digweed the wrong way and his 26th minute penalty gives Chelsea the lead at the Goldstone Ground on 3rd September 1983. After Brighton level the score, Kerry Dixon nets late on to give Chelsea a 2-1 win at the seaside.
Shot Of The Day.
Second best for much of the game against Charlton Athletic at the Valley on 8th October 1955, Chelsea take a surprise lead through Bobby Smith and Sam Bartram can only look as the ball enters the net. He nets another as Chelsea win 2-1.
Second best for much of the game against Charlton Athletic at the Valley on 8th October 1955, Chelsea take a surprise lead through Bobby Smith and Sam Bartram can only look as the ball enters the net. He nets another as Chelsea win 2-1.
November 24, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Second best for much of the game against Charlton Athletic at the Valley on 8th October 1955, Chelsea take a surprise lead through Bobby Smith and Sam Bartram can only look as the ball enters the net. He nets another as Chelsea win 2-1.
Second best for much of the game against Charlton Athletic at the Valley on 8th October 1955, Chelsea take a surprise lead through Bobby Smith and Sam Bartram can only look as the ball enters the net. He nets another as Chelsea win 2-1.
Shot Of The Day.
After coming on as a substitute against Derby County at the Baseball Ground on 1st March 1997, Chelsea’s player manager, Ruud Gullit is helped from the field with a broken ankle.
From 2-1 up, Chelsea lose 3-2 in the last minute of the game,
After coming on as a substitute against Derby County at the Baseball Ground on 1st March 1997, Chelsea’s player manager, Ruud Gullit is helped from the field with a broken ankle.
From 2-1 up, Chelsea lose 3-2 in the last minute of the game,
November 23, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Shot Of The Day.
After coming on as a substitute against Derby County at the Baseball Ground on 1st March 1997, Chelsea’s player manager, Ruud Gullit is helped from the field with a broken ankle.
From 2-1 up, Chelsea lose 3-2 in the last minute of the game,
After coming on as a substitute against Derby County at the Baseball Ground on 1st March 1997, Chelsea’s player manager, Ruud Gullit is helped from the field with a broken ankle.
From 2-1 up, Chelsea lose 3-2 in the last minute of the game,
On This Day
22nd November 1924, Chelsea drew 1-1 with South Shields at Horsley Hill in a Division 2 fixture.
Tommy Matthewson gave the home side a 32nd minute lead but William Whitton equalised for Chelsea in the 82nd minute.
The attendance was 27,000.
22nd November 1924, Chelsea drew 1-1 with South Shields at Horsley Hill in a Division 2 fixture.
Tommy Matthewson gave the home side a 32nd minute lead but William Whitton equalised for Chelsea in the 82nd minute.
The attendance was 27,000.
November 22, 2025 at 7:34 AM
On This Day
22nd November 1924, Chelsea drew 1-1 with South Shields at Horsley Hill in a Division 2 fixture.
Tommy Matthewson gave the home side a 32nd minute lead but William Whitton equalised for Chelsea in the 82nd minute.
The attendance was 27,000.
22nd November 1924, Chelsea drew 1-1 with South Shields at Horsley Hill in a Division 2 fixture.
Tommy Matthewson gave the home side a 32nd minute lead but William Whitton equalised for Chelsea in the 82nd minute.
The attendance was 27,000.
Shot Of The Day.
It’s pouring down with rain at Stamford Bridge on 2nd October 1976 but it doesn’t stop 28,409 spectators attending Chelsea’s Division 2 fixture against Cardiff City. Chelsea win 2-1 and stay top of the table,
It’s pouring down with rain at Stamford Bridge on 2nd October 1976 but it doesn’t stop 28,409 spectators attending Chelsea’s Division 2 fixture against Cardiff City. Chelsea win 2-1 and stay top of the table,
November 22, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Shot Of The Day.
It’s pouring down with rain at Stamford Bridge on 2nd October 1976 but it doesn’t stop 28,409 spectators attending Chelsea’s Division 2 fixture against Cardiff City. Chelsea win 2-1 and stay top of the table,
It’s pouring down with rain at Stamford Bridge on 2nd October 1976 but it doesn’t stop 28,409 spectators attending Chelsea’s Division 2 fixture against Cardiff City. Chelsea win 2-1 and stay top of the table,
Shot Of The Day.
Alan Hudson crosses and Peter Osgood is waiting to put Chelsea 2-0 up against Burnley in a 4th Round F.A. Cup Tie at Stamford Bridge on 24th January 1970. The visitors dramatically score twice in the closing minutes to force a replay.
Alan Hudson crosses and Peter Osgood is waiting to put Chelsea 2-0 up against Burnley in a 4th Round F.A. Cup Tie at Stamford Bridge on 24th January 1970. The visitors dramatically score twice in the closing minutes to force a replay.
November 21, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Alan Hudson crosses and Peter Osgood is waiting to put Chelsea 2-0 up against Burnley in a 4th Round F.A. Cup Tie at Stamford Bridge on 24th January 1970. The visitors dramatically score twice in the closing minutes to force a replay.
Alan Hudson crosses and Peter Osgood is waiting to put Chelsea 2-0 up against Burnley in a 4th Round F.A. Cup Tie at Stamford Bridge on 24th January 1970. The visitors dramatically score twice in the closing minutes to force a replay.
Shot Of The Day.
A grounded Barry Bridges sees his effort go just wide of the Everton post at Goodison Park on 31st March 1965. Bert Murray scores for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw and it’s Chelsea’s 24th away point of the season.
A grounded Barry Bridges sees his effort go just wide of the Everton post at Goodison Park on 31st March 1965. Bert Murray scores for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw and it’s Chelsea’s 24th away point of the season.
November 20, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Shot Of The Day.
A grounded Barry Bridges sees his effort go just wide of the Everton post at Goodison Park on 31st March 1965. Bert Murray scores for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw and it’s Chelsea’s 24th away point of the season.
A grounded Barry Bridges sees his effort go just wide of the Everton post at Goodison Park on 31st March 1965. Bert Murray scores for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw and it’s Chelsea’s 24th away point of the season.
Shot Of The Day.
Cheered on by a 14,000 crowd, Peter Bonetti arrives by helicopter to officially open a new stadium in Sion, Switzerland on 11th August 1968. He’s carrying a piece of Wembley turf that will be placed in the pitch.
Cheered on by a 14,000 crowd, Peter Bonetti arrives by helicopter to officially open a new stadium in Sion, Switzerland on 11th August 1968. He’s carrying a piece of Wembley turf that will be placed in the pitch.
November 19, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Cheered on by a 14,000 crowd, Peter Bonetti arrives by helicopter to officially open a new stadium in Sion, Switzerland on 11th August 1968. He’s carrying a piece of Wembley turf that will be placed in the pitch.
Cheered on by a 14,000 crowd, Peter Bonetti arrives by helicopter to officially open a new stadium in Sion, Switzerland on 11th August 1968. He’s carrying a piece of Wembley turf that will be placed in the pitch.
Shot Of The Day.
Steve Sherwood sends a Vic Halom shot round the post at Roker Park on 16th August 1975.
Despite taking the lead through Bill Garner, Chelsea’s return to Division 2 ends in a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland.
Steve Sherwood sends a Vic Halom shot round the post at Roker Park on 16th August 1975.
Despite taking the lead through Bill Garner, Chelsea’s return to Division 2 ends in a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland.
November 18, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Steve Sherwood sends a Vic Halom shot round the post at Roker Park on 16th August 1975.
Despite taking the lead through Bill Garner, Chelsea’s return to Division 2 ends in a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland.
Steve Sherwood sends a Vic Halom shot round the post at Roker Park on 16th August 1975.
Despite taking the lead through Bill Garner, Chelsea’s return to Division 2 ends in a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland.
Shot Of The Day.
Dmitri Kharine battles the elements and Chelsea old boy, Ken Monkou at Stamford Bridge on 2nd April 1994. Goals from John Spence and Erland Johnsen give Chelsea a 2-0 win against Southampton in the Premier League fixture.
Dmitri Kharine battles the elements and Chelsea old boy, Ken Monkou at Stamford Bridge on 2nd April 1994. Goals from John Spence and Erland Johnsen give Chelsea a 2-0 win against Southampton in the Premier League fixture.
November 17, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Dmitri Kharine battles the elements and Chelsea old boy, Ken Monkou at Stamford Bridge on 2nd April 1994. Goals from John Spence and Erland Johnsen give Chelsea a 2-0 win against Southampton in the Premier League fixture.
Dmitri Kharine battles the elements and Chelsea old boy, Ken Monkou at Stamford Bridge on 2nd April 1994. Goals from John Spence and Erland Johnsen give Chelsea a 2-0 win against Southampton in the Premier League fixture.
Shot Of The Day.
Former referee and Chelsea official timekeeper, Mr Jack Sturgeon, seen here atop the old East Stand at Stamford Bridge in January 1970. It was his job to determine the winner of the Golden Goal competition at Chelsea home games.
Former referee and Chelsea official timekeeper, Mr Jack Sturgeon, seen here atop the old East Stand at Stamford Bridge in January 1970. It was his job to determine the winner of the Golden Goal competition at Chelsea home games.
November 16, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Former referee and Chelsea official timekeeper, Mr Jack Sturgeon, seen here atop the old East Stand at Stamford Bridge in January 1970. It was his job to determine the winner of the Golden Goal competition at Chelsea home games.
Former referee and Chelsea official timekeeper, Mr Jack Sturgeon, seen here atop the old East Stand at Stamford Bridge in January 1970. It was his job to determine the winner of the Golden Goal competition at Chelsea home games.
Shot Of The Day.
Pat Nevin goes close on his Chelsea debut at Hillsborough on 17th September 1983.
Despite Clive Walker’s goal, Sheffield Wednesday score two set pieces and win a magnificent encounter 2-1. For Chelsea it’s a first defeat of the season.
Pat Nevin goes close on his Chelsea debut at Hillsborough on 17th September 1983.
Despite Clive Walker’s goal, Sheffield Wednesday score two set pieces and win a magnificent encounter 2-1. For Chelsea it’s a first defeat of the season.
November 15, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Pat Nevin goes close on his Chelsea debut at Hillsborough on 17th September 1983.
Despite Clive Walker’s goal, Sheffield Wednesday score two set pieces and win a magnificent encounter 2-1. For Chelsea it’s a first defeat of the season.
Pat Nevin goes close on his Chelsea debut at Hillsborough on 17th September 1983.
Despite Clive Walker’s goal, Sheffield Wednesday score two set pieces and win a magnificent encounter 2-1. For Chelsea it’s a first defeat of the season.
Shot Of The Day.
Johnny McNichol’s shot beats Ron Reynolds and Chelsea are level against Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on 2nd April 1955. The home side go ahead again, but Chelsea roar back to score three times and win 4-2. Top of the table with Wolves up next at Stamford Bridge.
Johnny McNichol’s shot beats Ron Reynolds and Chelsea are level against Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on 2nd April 1955. The home side go ahead again, but Chelsea roar back to score three times and win 4-2. Top of the table with Wolves up next at Stamford Bridge.
November 14, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Johnny McNichol’s shot beats Ron Reynolds and Chelsea are level against Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on 2nd April 1955. The home side go ahead again, but Chelsea roar back to score three times and win 4-2. Top of the table with Wolves up next at Stamford Bridge.
Johnny McNichol’s shot beats Ron Reynolds and Chelsea are level against Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on 2nd April 1955. The home side go ahead again, but Chelsea roar back to score three times and win 4-2. Top of the table with Wolves up next at Stamford Bridge.
On This Day
13th November 1945, arguably the most famous and documented game to ever take place at Stamford Bridge.
A crowd well in excess of 100,000 and the Chelsea debut of Tommy Lawton.
13th November 1945, arguably the most famous and documented game to ever take place at Stamford Bridge.
A crowd well in excess of 100,000 and the Chelsea debut of Tommy Lawton.
November 13, 2025 at 7:01 AM
On This Day
13th November 1945, arguably the most famous and documented game to ever take place at Stamford Bridge.
A crowd well in excess of 100,000 and the Chelsea debut of Tommy Lawton.
13th November 1945, arguably the most famous and documented game to ever take place at Stamford Bridge.
A crowd well in excess of 100,000 and the Chelsea debut of Tommy Lawton.
Shot Of The Day.
Chris Hutchings comes close to scoring at Deepdale on 28th February 1981 but is thwarted by the Preston North End defence. Chelsea start brightly but concede a soft goal and eventually lose 1-0. The Division 2 campaign is beginning to unravel.
Chris Hutchings comes close to scoring at Deepdale on 28th February 1981 but is thwarted by the Preston North End defence. Chelsea start brightly but concede a soft goal and eventually lose 1-0. The Division 2 campaign is beginning to unravel.
November 13, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Chris Hutchings comes close to scoring at Deepdale on 28th February 1981 but is thwarted by the Preston North End defence. Chelsea start brightly but concede a soft goal and eventually lose 1-0. The Division 2 campaign is beginning to unravel.
Chris Hutchings comes close to scoring at Deepdale on 28th February 1981 but is thwarted by the Preston North End defence. Chelsea start brightly but concede a soft goal and eventually lose 1-0. The Division 2 campaign is beginning to unravel.
Shot Of The Day.
Peter Osgood points an accusing finger at John Boyle, who he suspects is cheating at Domino’s during some free time in December 1966. Joe Kirkup and the Harris brothers watch on with amusement.
Peter Osgood points an accusing finger at John Boyle, who he suspects is cheating at Domino’s during some free time in December 1966. Joe Kirkup and the Harris brothers watch on with amusement.
November 12, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Peter Osgood points an accusing finger at John Boyle, who he suspects is cheating at Domino’s during some free time in December 1966. Joe Kirkup and the Harris brothers watch on with amusement.
Peter Osgood points an accusing finger at John Boyle, who he suspects is cheating at Domino’s during some free time in December 1966. Joe Kirkup and the Harris brothers watch on with amusement.
Today we remember.
November 11, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Today we remember.
Shot Of The Day.
Ready to celebrate a goal, David Speedie sees his shot come back off the post during Chelsea’s Full Members Cup Tie against West Ham United on 25th November 1986. Despite struggling in the league Chelsea leave Upton Park with a 2-1 win.
Ready to celebrate a goal, David Speedie sees his shot come back off the post during Chelsea’s Full Members Cup Tie against West Ham United on 25th November 1986. Despite struggling in the league Chelsea leave Upton Park with a 2-1 win.
November 11, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Ready to celebrate a goal, David Speedie sees his shot come back off the post during Chelsea’s Full Members Cup Tie against West Ham United on 25th November 1986. Despite struggling in the league Chelsea leave Upton Park with a 2-1 win.
Ready to celebrate a goal, David Speedie sees his shot come back off the post during Chelsea’s Full Members Cup Tie against West Ham United on 25th November 1986. Despite struggling in the league Chelsea leave Upton Park with a 2-1 win.
Shot Of The Day.
Dennis Wise collects the trophy after Chelsea win the pre season Makita International Tournament at White Hart Lane on 1st August 1993. A Tony Cascarino hat trick and a Gavin Peacock effort contribute to a 4-0 win against generous hosts, Tottenham Hotspur.
Dennis Wise collects the trophy after Chelsea win the pre season Makita International Tournament at White Hart Lane on 1st August 1993. A Tony Cascarino hat trick and a Gavin Peacock effort contribute to a 4-0 win against generous hosts, Tottenham Hotspur.
November 10, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Dennis Wise collects the trophy after Chelsea win the pre season Makita International Tournament at White Hart Lane on 1st August 1993. A Tony Cascarino hat trick and a Gavin Peacock effort contribute to a 4-0 win against generous hosts, Tottenham Hotspur.
Dennis Wise collects the trophy after Chelsea win the pre season Makita International Tournament at White Hart Lane on 1st August 1993. A Tony Cascarino hat trick and a Gavin Peacock effort contribute to a 4-0 win against generous hosts, Tottenham Hotspur.
Shot Of The Day.
A Chelsea side comprising of management and staff take on a Building Workers XI at Stamford Bridge on 7th May 1973. They win 3-1 and have the distinction of being the last Chelsea team to play on the original pitch before it is moved 5ft towards the West Stand.
A Chelsea side comprising of management and staff take on a Building Workers XI at Stamford Bridge on 7th May 1973. They win 3-1 and have the distinction of being the last Chelsea team to play on the original pitch before it is moved 5ft towards the West Stand.
November 9, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Shot Of The Day.
A Chelsea side comprising of management and staff take on a Building Workers XI at Stamford Bridge on 7th May 1973. They win 3-1 and have the distinction of being the last Chelsea team to play on the original pitch before it is moved 5ft towards the West Stand.
A Chelsea side comprising of management and staff take on a Building Workers XI at Stamford Bridge on 7th May 1973. They win 3-1 and have the distinction of being the last Chelsea team to play on the original pitch before it is moved 5ft towards the West Stand.
On This Day
8th November 1980, Chelsea won 1-0 against Oldham Athletic at Stamford Bridge in a Division 2 fixture.
Colin Lee scored the only goal of the game for Chelsea in the 58th minute.
The attendance was 19,327.
8th November 1980, Chelsea won 1-0 against Oldham Athletic at Stamford Bridge in a Division 2 fixture.
Colin Lee scored the only goal of the game for Chelsea in the 58th minute.
The attendance was 19,327.
November 8, 2025 at 7:12 AM
On This Day
8th November 1980, Chelsea won 1-0 against Oldham Athletic at Stamford Bridge in a Division 2 fixture.
Colin Lee scored the only goal of the game for Chelsea in the 58th minute.
The attendance was 19,327.
8th November 1980, Chelsea won 1-0 against Oldham Athletic at Stamford Bridge in a Division 2 fixture.
Colin Lee scored the only goal of the game for Chelsea in the 58th minute.
The attendance was 19,327.
Shot Of The Day.
Ray Wilkins is about to head Chelsea level against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on 11th December 1976. After falling 3-1 behind Chelsea fight back and in a rousing finish, score twice in the last 10 minutes to snatch a draw.
Ray Wilkins is about to head Chelsea level against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on 11th December 1976. After falling 3-1 behind Chelsea fight back and in a rousing finish, score twice in the last 10 minutes to snatch a draw.
November 8, 2025 at 7:11 AM
Shot Of The Day.
Ray Wilkins is about to head Chelsea level against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on 11th December 1976. After falling 3-1 behind Chelsea fight back and in a rousing finish, score twice in the last 10 minutes to snatch a draw.
Ray Wilkins is about to head Chelsea level against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge on 11th December 1976. After falling 3-1 behind Chelsea fight back and in a rousing finish, score twice in the last 10 minutes to snatch a draw.