Torres hit superb form

Torres scored a superb 4th goal against Aston Villa to give the blues all 3 points. Torres was outstanding through out the all 90 mins and gave the opposition defenders a lot of trouble. Chelsea were 2 goals up before Villla equalized within 3mins in the 77th and the 80th minutes. Ivanovic scored a brace to put Chelsea in front in the 82nd mins before Torres sealed the victorry for the blues.

Petrov retires

Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov has announced his decision to retire from the game as he fights against acute leukaemia. Petrov, 32, was diagnosed with the condition on Friday after falling ill with a virus after the game against Arsenal last weekend. He has made 30 appearances for the club this season in all competitions.

Speaking to Bulgarian sports daily Tema Sport, Petrov said on Saturday: "Football is over, this is the end. I am now beginning to fight for my life and I will fight.

"I lost my energy early in the second half [at Arsenal] and it was very unusual for me.

"But this is life, you see we drank a coffee in London a week ago and now we're talking about things like this.

"I'll fight, it's clear and I also would like to thank everyone for the support from all around the world."

Aston Villa captain diagnosed with cancer of the white blood cell

Bulgarian international and Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov, 32, has been diagnosed with acute leukemia. His condition was diagnosed after he developed a fever following a match against Arsenal last Saturday.

Acute leukaemia (cancer of the white blood cells) is fatal if left untreated and the midfielder's condition is said to be progressing rapidly and aggressively and requires immediate treatment. God be with him.

culled from lindaikeji's blog

Anzhi wants Torres

The Daiy Mail says Torres is a target for the rich Russian club Anzhi.

The Spaniard  is starting to show the form that persuaded Roman Abramovich to pay Liverpool £50m for him in January 2011.

He has started four of the seven matches since interim boss Roberto Di Matteo took charge, scoring twice — albeit in an FA Cup clash against Championship side Leicester.

But whether Torres stays at Stamford Bridge next season remains to be seen — and Anzhi have earmarked the Spain striker as a summer arrival.

Maicon set to leave Inter

Inter Millan defender has terminated the lease on his apartment in Italy confirming speculation that he is on his way out of the club in the summer. PSG and Anzhi are being linked to the brazilian.

Chelsea contact Blanc

Mercato365.fr says Chelsea representatives have approached Blanc about a move to London and the response has been positive. Blanc is open to the move, but remains committed to the France job and has asked Chelsea to wait until June for him to make a decision. A £200,000-a-week contract offer is said to be offered to  Blanc.

Barca blames pitch for poor performance

Barcelona have lodged a formal complaint to UEFA regarding the state of AC Milan's pitch for the clubs' Champions League quarter-final first leg draw.Guardiola said after the match that "Milan should take some measures (referring to the pitch),We play where we are told to play, but I do not think that Inter and Milan want a pitch with these conditions" 

Di matteo gradually winning Abramovich's heart

The Daily Mail says Abramovich has recognised Di Matteo’s impact on the team since he replaced Portuguese project Andre Villas-Boas and is considering a full-time promotion at the end of the season.

Various other candidates have been put to Abramovich by leading agents since the dismissal of Villas-Boas, but Di Matteo is now among the front-runners for one of the most precarious positions in world football.

Di Matteo is coy over his interest in the job, but those close to him say he longs for the chance to work on a long-term plan for the club with No2 Eddie Newton.

Almighty Barcelona held

AC Milan held Barcelona to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of the teams' Champions League quarter-final at the San Siro. Barcelona were depending on the referee to help them out when Alexis seem to have dived after Abbiati got in his way. AC Miilan should have been in front through Robinho who was wasteful in front of goal.

Chelsea,Spurs,Everton and Liverpool in Wembley

Chelsea will be playing spurs in the FA cup after spurs defeated Bolton in a very emotional game. Liverpool however, will be facing Everton in the other semi-final of the FA cup. Everton defeated Sunderland 2-0.

Kalou grabs winner for Chelsea

Salomon Kalou combined very well with Chelsea's most priced asset to give the club the away goal advantage. In a match were the Chelsea defenders were outstanding even with the surprise inclusion of Ferreira, Benfica could have managed a draw if not for the recent fine form of Peter Cech. Benfica now face the hard task of winning at the bridge.

Mourinho gives Madrid semi-final ticket

Real Madrid were struggling before the arrival of Jose Mourinho to qualify for the semi finals of the UEFA Champions League for 6 seasons but Mourinho has put an end to that in a dramatic win over APOEL.

Gibbs: Walcott is the best winger in England

Do you agree with Gibbs?

Gibbs believes Theo Walcott is the best winger in the country at the moment.  Walcott has enjoyed an excellent month on the flank for Arsenal, scoring his ninth goal of the campaign in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Aston Villa. 

Inter sack Ranieri

Inter Milan have sacked Claudio Ranieri. The Nerazzurri were defeated by 2-0 Juventus on Sunday, to increase the pressure on Ranieri. Sacked Chelsea coach is tipped to be the appropriate replacement for Ranieri.

Chelsea won't hire Mourinho

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has insisted Jose Mourinho won't be hired at the bridge after paying £16million in compensation in 2007. A source close to the billionaire said Russians never go back to the past and will never admit they make mistakes, so if Jose comes back it will be an expensive mistake for Roman.

See pride!

Chelsea place £30million for Cavani

Chelsea are believe to be in talks with Cavani's agent. The Sunday Sun says representatives of the 25-year-old Uruguayan were in London on Friday to discuss a proposed £30million transfer to Stamford Bridge, even though Chelsea are currently managerless after the sacking of Andre Villas-Boas.

Cavani's stock continues to rise as he took his tally to 26 goals this term with a double strike to book Napoli's place in the final of the Coppa Italia in midweek. Napoli maintain it will take a king's ransom to secure him — but Italian sources still believe they will cash in this summer.

Bridge Draw

Chelsea played draw with Spurs in a game the visitors deserved to win. The draw means they are 5 points behind Spurs and Arsenal who still have a game to play later today.

Terry says Di Matteo is fully in charge!

Terry, 31, was spotted shouting instructions to team-mates from behind interim manager Roberto Di Matteo and was criticised for taking over instructions handling from the coach but Terry says that is not true.

"In response to comments suggesting that I think I'm the manager, I'd like to say Robbie has stepped up and been immense," he said. "I am Chelsea through and through whether I am on the pitch or off it.Had I still been on the pitch [against Napoli] I would have been saying the same things that I was from the bench. That is my role as captain of this club.Just because I have come off the pitch, it doesn't mean to say my mentality changes. People might see it the wrong way, but I care about this football club, we all do, and Robbie and his backroom staff deserve full credit."

Alex Ferguson hits back at Man.City

Sir Alex Ferguson has responded to Manchester City's claim that Paul Scholes was forced out of retirement due to Manchester United's desperation to win the League. He also claimed that Manchester City wants to play mind games and that United are better with mind games if that is what they want. United are currently table leaders after going pass City who has occupied the position since the beginning of the league. It will be recalled also that City played a player (Carlos Tevez) who they said will never play for them anymore and Ferguson is asking if that can't be termed as "desperation" as well.

PSG urged to get Drogba

The Ivory Coast striker's contract with Chelsea expires this summer and Sakho wants PSG's Qatari owners to make Drogba an offer he can't refuse. 

Sakho was quoted saying "I really appreciate, in view of his career, where he went, the desire he had to move and succeed, what he stands for in Africa and in his country."

If Drogba does move, he will be re-uniting with his former coach, Carlo Ancelotti.

Chelsea to make Guardiola highest paid coach

The Sun says Abramovich is ready to hand super-coach Pep Guardiola a four-year deal worth £40million AFTER TAX to become Chelsea boss.

This would make Guardiola the highest-paid boss in the world with a money-no-object offer worth £10m a year in cash, according to one Blues insider.

He currently earns around £8m a year NET at Barca.

£35M to have David Luiz

David Luiz was taunted to be playing like a play station character controlled by a 10 year old boy at the beginning of the season but now Luiz is considered the right replacement for Carlos Puyol who turns 34 next month.

Barcelona is preparing a bid of £35M for the Chelsea player, though Barcelona have been a long time admirer of the Brazilian from his days at Benfica. 

Will Chelsea accept the bid or will he turn in a transfer request?

Muamba: Dead but resurrected

It has been revealed this week that the former England Under-21 international was clinically dead for 78 minutes after leaving the pitch and being rushed to London Chest Hospital. The Congolese has been seen joking with his friends by his bedside. His future in football still hangs in the dark.

Juventus may buy Torres

Juventus wants a high profile player in the summer and are looking towards a property not producing results at the bridge; Torres. 

Caliendo told Goal.com "Juventus have clear ideas about what they want in the transfer market. Torres could be the high-profile signing they are looking for. He is a big name and would be the right man for [coach Antonio] Conte. He has all the right characteristics to play at Juventus"

Man.City banks on Tevez

After a superlative performance against Chelsea yesterday, Manchester City premiership hopes is hinging on Carlos Tevez. The Argentine came off the bench to produce the assist for Nasri who didn't waste his chances in getting the ball pass Cech. 

QPR daze Liverpool

QPR moved 2 points out of the relegation zone by winning all 3 points against Liverpool in the English premiership.

Barcelona ready to overtake Madrid

Barcelona seems confident to overtake Real Madrid after the La Liga side drew with Villareal yesterday. Barcelona had previously reduced the point lead by beating Granada 5 - 3. The Spanish giants will still clash in the league and Barcelona is tipped to pick all 3 points in that fixture. Mourinho,Ozil and Sergio Ramos were all shown red cards in the fixture against Villareal yesterday.

Behold the new Barcelona highest goal scorer

Barcelona striker Lionel Messi broke the club's all-time goalscoring record of 232 on Tuesday night in style.

Cesar Rodriguez was the record holder until yesterday, he previously had 235 goals attributed to his name until researchers deducted 3 goals. Cesar Rodriguez created the record in the 1950s.

But seriously, who can stop Messi from creating records? is this guy an ordinary human being?

Abramovich wants old players out of club

A senior player clearout at Chelsea remains on the agenda for Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.

The Telegraph says Chelsea’s clear-out at the completion of this campaign will target players at the end of their contracts and others with just one year left on their deals.

The list of departures will be headed by Didier Drogba, out of contract, and Florent Malouda, with one year left, although greater attention will focus on whether Chelsea decide to part with Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole whose futures are in doubt. Others due to leave are Salomon Kalou, Jose Bosingwa, Paulo Ferreira and Hilario which will create room in the squad for a number of new, younger players.

Terry to miss City clash

Chelsea will be without the veteran skipper tomorrow against Manchester City in a premier league fixture. Terry just returned from a knee operation and played against Napoli in the UEFA Champions league; a game he scored a goal before being substituted due to a slight knock on his knee. He is expected to be back against spurs.

Arsenal to play Dolphins of Nigeria

English Premier League giants Arsenal will play against Dolphin in Port-Harcourt when they come on their tour of Nigeria in the summer. The club reached an agreement in a  meeting with  Arsenal representative.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Fernando Torres

The Chelsea player turns 28 today and he gave us all a birthday gift during the weekend.

Happy Birthday, larga vida y prosperidad !

Fabrice shows slight improvement

Our prayers are getting to God as regards Fabrice, however, we still need to intensify our supplication.

Fabrice heart is now beating without any aid and he can move his hands and legs.

A statement released by the London Chest Hospital reads "He is still critically ill and will continue to be closely monitored and treated by staff in The London Chest Hospital's intensive care unit."

£250,000 for Lamps and Ferdinand to quit clubs

Guizhou Renhe have confirmed Chelsea's Frank Lampard and Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand are top of their transfer target list this year.

The club is ready to offer the pair a whooping sum of £250,000 each per week.

What are these guys waiting for?

Keane lashes Chelsea

Roy Keane a former Manchester United player said he didn't not understand why Chelsea were celebrating their win over  Napoli in the Champions league. Didier Drogba had a flag in his hands even till he went through the tunnel.

Roy Keane wrote in The Sun "But when I saw Didier Drogba with a flag in his hands and all of the other over-excited reaction, it really made me wonder. Napoli are a decent side but they're in fourth in Serie A and haven't won a major honour in more than 20 years. If beating them is enough for singing and dancing, I give up."

Torres jab at AVB

Torres admits Chelsea have changed for the better since Andre Villas-Boas' departure. 

Torres said: "In the last month the team is much better than before.

Fabrice Muamba still needs our prayer

The midfielder, 23, is at the London Chest Hospital's heart attack centre after suffering a cardiac arrest during Saturday's FA Cup tie at Tottenham. At 2030 GMT on Sunday the hospital said Muamba remained in intensive care and is being kept sedated.

Bolton chairman Phil Gartside said: "I ask for everybody to keep Fabrice in their prayers and thoughts." 

He is still in critical condition at the hospital.

And he scores again

He has added the second goal of this year, I hope this is the turn around he needs. 

Congratulations.

Breaking News: Torres Scores

Torres Scores his first goal of the year for Chelsea after 26 games goal drought.

Rooney,RVP and Aguero best EPL Players

Lionel Messi has single out Manchester United forward; Rooney , Arsenal Striker; RVP and Manchester City Forward; Aguero has the best premier league players.

"There are several quality players in the Premier League like Kun Aguero, who is my friend. I really like how he plays," Messi was quoted as saying by BBC Sport.

"Rooney [and] Van Persie are playing really well - they are great players.

"No one player is the same as another. I think each player has his own style, and we're all different."

Arsenal's boldness is paying off

Sol Campbell says Arsenal’s “fantastic” revival is down to the fact that the players are being bolder in their approach. Campbell believes this is down to a collective resilience and determination not to lose that bodes well for the future.

Manchester United Out of Four Competition

Patrice Evra, captain of the Reds since Nemanja Vidic's campaign-ending injury, was speaking to MUTV after his side bowed out of the Europa League in Bilbao.

The champions' fourth premature exit from a competition - following disappointments in the Champions League, Carling Cup and FA Cup - means the season will end without a cup-final appearance for United, for the first time since 2002.

"A big club like Manchester United should be able to compete in every competition. But now we have no choice, we have to focus on the league," said Evra.

"We have to win the league to save our season. If we don't win the league, it will have been a really bad season."

Evra insisted the Reds will have no problem bouncing back from the 2-1 loss to Athletic Club, especially with an important league match coming up so soon, at Wolves on Sunday.

"I'm not worried about the league because we are playing well and now we are top, in front of Manchester City," reasoned Patrice.

"After tonight we go home and rest, then focus on Wolves because it's a big game, a massive game and we have to make sure we win."

Evra was at a loss to explain how a team leading the English league has struggled with overseas opposition this term.

AVB deserved time at Chelsea says Luiz

Chelsea defender David Luiz says sacked manager Andre Villas-Boas deserved more time.

Luiz adamant owner Roman Abramovich axed him far too quickly in a bid to revive the Blues' rollercoaster season.

He said: "I'm really sad, as Andre was a really capable professional. Unfortunately, he didn't have the time to show his true value at Chelsea.

"He didn't have the chance. You cannot doubt a professional like him, who won five titles last season and was feted by everyone. But he didn't have enough time at Chelsea."

Rifts between AVB and the dressing room appeared to be ripping Chelsea apart.

Yet Luiz, speaking to Brazilian TV before the amazing Euro turnaround against Napoli, added: "We are a united team but, unfortunately, we couldn't get the results that Andre deserved.

"There were no problems between Villas-Boas and Drogba, Lampard and Essien."

Eric Abidal to have liver transplant

Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is to undergo a liver transplant in the next few weeks.

Barcelona FC official website reports "during the next few weeks, the player will undergo a liver transplant as a result of the progress of his liver disease. A transplant was considered an option from the start of his treatment a year ago. At the express wishes of the player, the Club asks that the maximum respect for the player's privacy be observed."

We wish him safe and quick recovery.

Mourinho wants Chelsea in Champions league quater finals

Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho would relish a Champions League final meeting with his former club Chelsea.

He told Sky Sports: "People can't understand how much I love Inter and Chelsea and how much I love the boys and how much I wish them well.

"I know, if I get them in the quarters, or semis, or final, they will be a great opponent. I am so happy for the boys [Chelsea players], because they have incredible character. They have had a hard time, but now happiness is coming."

Asked if he wanted to face Chelsea in the final, he said: "I would love [it]."

Drogba:I want to stay at Chelsea

Didier Drogba confirmed to Canal+ he will like to stay at Chelsea even after the summer.

"It's true that many people said that it will be my last match in the Champions League but the story continues.
I hope my adventure continues a long time yet. But I'm not master of my destiny.  I am just hoping for more moments like this."

Chelsea made History

Chelsea's caretaker manager Roberto Di Matteo hailed his club's comeback against Napoli as the Chelsea reached the Champions League quarter-finals.