Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Xabi Alonso as Manager of the Men’s Team.
The Spaniard will begin his role on July 1, 2026, having agreed a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge.
Welcome to Chelsea, Xabi!
🚨🎙️| Pep Guardiola:
🗣️“First of all, I want to apologize to Chelsea fans because what happened yesterday was very painful to watch. I watched the game back and honestly, Chelsea should have had at least two clear penalties maybe even more. I was shocked that none of them were given.
As managers we accept losing, but losing because of decisions like that is very difficult because it breaks the hearts of supporters who spend their money, time and emotions supporting their clubs. Football should never make fans feel cheated.
I’m happy we won, yes… but I have to be honest. Those decisions were not fair to Chelsea. If that happened against Manchester City, I would be speaking even louder. Referees and VAR need to do better because moments like this damage football.”
🚨 A number of Chelsea players are reportedly “fed up” with the current situation at the club. 😤🔵
Several unnamed stars are now seriously considering their futures and could look to leave Stamford Bridge. 👀🚪
(Source: @siphillipssport)
Roberto Sánchez tried to build from the back… disaster.
Too many Chelsea players dropping absolute stinker performances individual errors everywhere tonight.