Transfer Deadline Day 2025 is underway with Chelsea facing issues in their striker situation, prompting a flurry of transfers including Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling, and others, with 12 hours remaining in the window.
Manchester United's late winner against Liverpool provides a temporary respite from the club's dysfunction, sparking emotional celebrations despite ongoing issues. The debate over booking players for removing their shirts in celebration resurfaces after Amad's red card for doing so. Raheem Sterling's inconsistent season at Chelsea raises questions about his future with the club, as the team's attack shows promise. International week in men's football and Women's Champions League quarter-finals are upcoming, while Nottingham Forest awaits a decision on their breach of profit and sustainability rules.
Chelsea leads Leicester 1-0 in the FA Cup quarter-final, with Raheem Sterling missing a penalty for Chelsea. The game is open and exciting, with both teams having chances to score. Chelsea's goalkeeper Robert Sánchez is having a shaky performance, but Leicester fails to capitalize on their opportunities.
Manchester City and Chelsea played to a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium, with Rodri equalizing Sterling's opener. City missed key players for ball movement, while Sterling and Palmer shone for Chelsea. Haaland missed several chances, and Pochettino's tactical approach earned praise. Guardiola and Pochettino expressed satisfaction with their teams' efforts, with City facing Brentford next and Chelsea preparing for a Carabao Cup final against Liverpool.
Newcastle United defeated Chelsea 4-1 in the Premier League match. Chelsea started strong but lost control as Newcastle took the lead through Alexander Isak. Raheem Sterling equalized with a free kick, but the second half turned disastrous for Chelsea with two goals conceded in 90 seconds. Reece James was sent off, and Newcastle added a fourth goal. Chelsea made two changes in the lineup, and several players received yellow cards, including Cucurella and James who will miss the next game. Next, Chelsea faces Brighton at home.
Chelsea and Manchester City played out a thrilling 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge, with Cole Palmer scoring a late penalty to secure a point for Chelsea against his former club. Raheem Sterling and Palmer, both former City players, had key roles in the match, with Sterling causing trouble for the Chelsea defense and Palmer showing composure and intelligence. The game was chaotic and not typical of City's controlled style of play, but they still managed to go ahead multiple times. Nicolas Jackson impressed for Chelsea, while Erling Haaland was a standout for City. The match was marred by extended VAR delays, which have become increasingly common in the Premier League.
Jordan Henderson, Harry Maguire, and Eddie Nketiah have been included in the England squad for their upcoming matches against Ukraine and Scotland. Raheem Sterling, however, has been left out. Despite not playing club football this season, Maguire and Kalvin Phillips have also been included. Chelsea's Levi Colwill earns his first senior squad call-up. England aims to extend their perfect start to the Euro 2024 qualification campaign.
Raheem Sterling has been left out of England's squad for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers after holding talks with manager Gareth Southgate. The Chelsea forward will not feature against Malta and North Macedonia after it was mutually decided he should rest ahead of the 2023-24 campaign. Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back Lewis Dunk has been named in England's squad, as reported by The Athletic on Monday, after impressing for the south coast side this season. Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze could make his England debut after receiving a first call-up on the back of scoring six goals during his last eight appearances for his club.
Chelsea drew 2-2 with Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, with both centre-backs and the goalkeeper at fault for conceding a goal. Raheem Sterling, Noni Madueke, and Trevoh Chalobah tried to salvage the game in the second half, but it wasn't enough. Édouard Mendy was back in goal, but his performance was questionable. Noni Madueke had a positive game, but was substituted for a player who may leave the club next summer. Chelsea face Manchester City next.