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Will Enzo Fernandez Stay At Chelsea? Here's What Xabi Alonso Said

Will Enzo Fernandez Stay At Chelsea? Here's What Xabi Alonso Said

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso addressed speculation surrounding midfielder Enzo Fernandez's future ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham.

Arsenal boss Arteta relishes first Premier League battle with close friend Alonso

Arsenal boss Arteta relishes first Premier League battle with close friend Alonso

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Mikel Arteta is relishing his first Premier League meeting with close friend Xabi Alonso, calling it an incredible opportunity as Arsenal host Chelsea in a clash between unbeaten sides.

Alonso's Chelsea kick off season with thrilling win at Fulham

Alonso's Chelsea kick off season with thrilling win at Fulham

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Chelsea secured a breathless 3-2 victory over West London rivals Fulham in Xabi Alonso's first Premier League match as coach, with goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers, and Cole Palmer.

Alonso banks on Rogers and Palmer chemistry to lead Chelsea's rebuild

Alonso banks on Rogers and Palmer chemistry to lead Chelsea's rebuild

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

England midfielder Morgan Rogers is an ideal signing for Chelsea and could form an exciting partnership with midfielder Cole Palmer, new manager Xabi Alonso said on Monday.

How Xabi Alonso Plans To Get Chelsea Back To The Top

How Xabi Alonso Plans To Get Chelsea Back To The Top

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he wants to see greater hunger and a desire to improve from his players as he prepares for his first Premier League season in charge.

Tottenham Hotspur secure rare 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Tottenham Hotspur secure rare 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur secured a rare 2-0 Premier League victory over fourth-placed Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with goals from an own goal by Mike Penders and a late strike by Mathys Tel, while Chelsea's Cole Palmer was sent off.

Belgian Grand Prix: Alonso just wants to get home in time for World Cup final

Belgian Grand Prix: Alonso just wants to get home in time for World Cup final

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

Fernando Alonso's main focus for the Belgian Grand Prix weekend will be making sure he gets home in time to watch Spain play Argentina in the World Cup final on Sunday.

EPL: Haaland double helps Man City win, Neto brace cheers Chelsea

EPL: Haaland double helps Man City win, Neto brace cheers Chelsea

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Erling Haaland struck twice as Manchester City edged Ipswich Town 3-2 to make it seven wins from seven in the Premier League. Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 through Pedro Neto's brace, while Liverpool rallied to defeat Brentford 2-1 after a red card turned the game.

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

Rediff.com2 days ago

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton reveals his long-standing dream of an African Grand Prix, now set for Rwanda in the early 2030s, is a significant motivator for him to extend his illustrious racing career.

Verstappen secures first win of season at chaotic Bahrain GP

Verstappen secures first win of season at chaotic Bahrain GP

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Max Verstappen secured his first victory of the season at the rain-hit Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, a chaotic race delayed by over 90 minutes due to treacherous conditions.

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Xabi Alonso will take over as Chelsea's new manager, the Premier League club said on Sunday, with the Spaniard signing a four-year deal beginning on July 1.

Chelsea's 'Not Too Xabi' Era Brings Joy Back to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea's 'Not Too Xabi' Era Brings Joy Back to Stamford Bridge

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Chelsea, under new manager Xabi Alonso, has shown renewed attacking vigour with two Premier League wins and a League Cup victory, highlighted by a 4-3 win over Brighton, but defensive vulnerabilities persist, with the team failing to keep a clean sheet in 18 league games. The arrival of World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emi Martinez is expected to bolster the backline.

Chelsea, Fulham secure comfortable wins to progress in League Cup

Chelsea, Fulham secure comfortable wins to progress in League Cup

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over Luton Town, with Danny Welbeck scoring on his debut, while Fulham beat AFC Wimbledon 3-0, marking new manager Alvaro Arbeloa's first win.

Chelsea's woes continue as Brentford score historic home win

Chelsea's woes continue as Brentford score historic home win

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Brentford secured a historic 3-0 victory over Chelsea in a Premier League match, with second-half goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago, and Fabio Carvalho. This marks Chelsea's third consecutive league game without a win and Brentford's first home win against Chelsea since 1938.

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Revamped Chelsea aim to draw a line under years of disappointment

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Chelsea is undergoing a significant close-season transformation under new manager Xabi Alonso, with major signings like Morgan Rogers.

'I'm shocked': Norris hails career best lap in Spanish GP pole

'I'm shocked': Norris hails career best lap in Spanish GP pole

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

McLaren's Lando Norris delivered a stunning 'wonder lap' to snatch pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, beating championship leader Kimi Antonelli by a mere 0.011 seconds.

Premier League: Chelsea withstand Brighton rally; Man United thump Ipswich

Premier League: Chelsea withstand Brighton rally; Man United thump Ipswich

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Chelsea made it two wins from two under Xavi Alonso, surviving Brighton's dramatic comeback to win 4-3 at Stamford Bridge and continue their high-scoring Premier League start.

George Russell takes Azerbaijan F1 GP pole as Antonelli crashes

George Russell takes Azerbaijan F1 GP pole as Antonelli crashes

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

George Russell secured pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a dominant performance, setting a lap time significantly faster than his rivals. His Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli crashed out during qualifying, paving the way for Russell's 12th career pole. Other top contenders like Max Verstappen faced issues, while several drivers incurred grid penalties, setting the stage for a potentially unpredictable race on the challenging Baku street circuit.

Arsenal bounce back to beat Chelsea 2-1, maintain perfect start

Arsenal bounce back to beat Chelsea 2-1, maintain perfect start

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Arsenal successfully defended their Premier League title challenge by defeating Chelsea 2-1, recovering from an early concession with goals from Kai Havertz and captain Martin Odegaard, maintaining a perfect start to the season.

Arsenal maintain perfect start; Liverpool, Chelsea held

Arsenal maintain perfect start; Liverpool, Chelsea held

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Champions Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Sunderland, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season and moving clear at the top. Meanwhile, title contenders Liverpool and Chelsea were held to draws against Fulham and Hull City respectively. Other notable results include Aston Villa's loss to Nottingham Forest, Ipswich's win against Crystal Palace, and Tottenham's continued struggle to score goals.

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Premier League: Carrick Under Pressure as Man Utd Look to Revive Season at Fulham

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Manchester United and Tottenham face crucial Premier League tests this weekend, while Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool and Chelsea seek momentum.

Premier League: Liverpool's struggles continue with Fulham draw, Chelsea held by Hull

Premier League: Liverpool's struggles continue with Fulham draw, Chelsea held by Hull

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Liverpool's early season woes persisted with a goalless draw against Fulham, while Chelsea needed a late equaliser from Joao Pedro to salvage a 2-2 draw against surprise package Hull City. Nottingham Forest secured a late win against Aston Villa, and 10-man Crystal Palace fell to Ipswich Town in a thrilling encounter.

Manchester City sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for British record fee

Manchester City sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for British record fee

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Manchester City have agreed a Man City Match Transfer Record With $169m Fernandez Blockbuster million deal for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, matching the Premier League record and taking their summer spending close to 400 million.

English Premier League Sets New Spending Record In Summer Transfer Window

English Premier League Sets New Spending Record In Summer Transfer Window

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

English Premier League clubs set an unprecedented spending record of US$ 4.7 billion in the summer transfer window, significantly outspending other major European leagues.

Chelsea set price for Enzo Fernandez sale as Manchester City keep chase alive

Chelsea set price for Enzo Fernandez sale as Manchester City keep chase alive

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Chelsea are prepared to sell Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for the right fee if they can strengthen midfield first, while City remain keen despite missing Chelsea's deadline.

Chelsea sign veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson on two-year deal

Chelsea sign veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson on two-year deal

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Chelsea have announced the signing of experienced midfielder Jordan Henderson on a two-year contract after his departure from Brentford, marking a significant addition to their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.

F1: Norris claims Dutch GP glory as Antonelli extends Championship Lead

F1: Norris claims Dutch GP glory as Antonelli extends Championship Lead

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Lando Norris won a thrilling Dutch GP for McLaren's third straight Zandvoort victory, while Kimi Antonelli finished second to extend his F1 championship lead.

Arsenal open championship defence with rivals reshaped and Premier League reborn

Arsenal open championship defence with rivals reshaped and Premier League reborn

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Arsenal begin their Premier League title defence as the hunted, facing heightened expectations and a reshaped league featuring new managers, major departures and ambitious rivals challenging their supremacy.

Alonso leaves Real Madrid after just seven months

Alonso leaves Real Madrid after just seven months

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Real parted ways with Alonso a little more than seven months after appointing him, following a poor run of results in all competitions.

Norris snatches Hungarian GP pole as Mercedes domination ends

Norris snatches Hungarian GP pole as Mercedes domination ends

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

McLaren's Lando Norris secured pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, narrowly beating Lewis Hamilton, who is now under investigation for potentially impeding another driver during qualifying.

Real Madrid confirm head coach Alvaro Arbeloa's exit

Real Madrid confirm head coach Alvaro Arbeloa's exit

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Real Madrid confirmed that they have parted ways with head coach Alvaro Arbeloa after reaching a mutual agreement, the Spanish club said on Tuesday.

Government clears the track for Formula One's long-awaited India return

Government clears the track for Formula One's long-awaited India return

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

India's government is working to resolve tax and regulatory hurdles to bring Formula One back to the Buddh International Circuit on the outskirts of New Delhi in 2028, more than a decade after the race was dropped.

How Pedro Porro Became Spain's Indispensable Right-Back

How Pedro Porro Became Spain's Indispensable Right-Back

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Pedro Porro has emerged as a pivotal player for Spain in the World Cup, transforming the right-back position into a strength. His exceptional performance against France in the semi-final, where he scored and was named MVP, has solidified his place, drawing parallels to Marc Cucurella's rise. Porro's defensive prowess and attacking contributions have been crucial for Spain's journey to the final against Argentina.

Alonso snubs Yamal's 'cheat' jibe ahead of El Clasico

Alonso snubs Yamal's 'cheat' jibe ahead of El Clasico

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso declined to comment on Saturday after Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal suggested the capital club "cheat" and "complain" in a televised interview on Friday.

Premier League 2026-27: Arsenal open title defence against returning Coventry

Premier League 2026-27: Arsenal open title defence against returning Coventry

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Premier League champions Arsenal will begin their title defence at home to newly promoted Coventry City when the 2026-27 season kicks off on August 21.

F1: Mercedes' Russell takes Barcelona pole ahead of Hamilton

F1: Mercedes' Russell takes Barcelona pole ahead of Hamilton

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

George Russell seized pole position for a race that could snap teammate Kimi Antonelli's winning streak while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton split the Mercedes pair in Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday.

Clasico PIX: High Drama as Vinicius clashes with Alonso, Yamal

Clasico PIX: High Drama as Vinicius clashes with Alonso, Yamal

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

In an eventful match with plenty of needle, Vinicius was fired up, snapping into tackles and encouraging the crowd to make more noise

Enzo Maresca Steps Into Guardiola's Shoes At Manchester City

Enzo Maresca Steps Into Guardiola's Shoes At Manchester City

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Manchester City has announced Enzo Maresca as their new manager, succeeding Pep Guardiola. Maresca, who previously coached City's youth team and served as assistant coach, returns to the club after guiding Leicester City to the Premier League title. He faces the significant challenge of maintaining City's dominance following Guardiola's highly successful decade-long tenure.

Hamilton celebrates first Ferrari win in Barcelona

Hamilton celebrates first Ferrari win in Barcelona

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Lewis Hamilton secured his first Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the Spanish Grand Prix, ending Kimi Antonelli's winning streak. At 41, Hamilton became Formula One's oldest winner since Jack Brabham in 1970, marking his 106th career win.

LaLiga: Jose Mourinho returns to face massive Real Madrid rescue mission

LaLiga: Jose Mourinho returns to face massive Real Madrid rescue mission

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Real Madrid appointed Jose Mourinho as their new manager on a three-year contract on Thursday, turning back to the Portuguese tactician who once delivered them a record-breaking LaLiga triumph but has not won a league title since leaving the Spanish capital.