“IT’S THE BEST THING I’VE EVER DONE”: PHIL NEVILLE’S LIONESS JOURNEY AND THE PATH TO EURO 2021
The Offside Rule Podcast
28th March 2020
To mark 500 days until Euro 2021, Chelsea Harper spoke to Phil Neville at Wembley Stadium about his time managing the Lionesses, and the excitement surrounding this upcoming tournament. Despite a disappointing run in the SheBelieves Cup, following just one win in three games, the attention of the Lionesses now turns to the next big challenge on the horizon…
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ARSENAL WOMEN 1-2 CHELSEA WOMEN: CONTINENTAL CUP FINAL REVIEW
The Chelsea Echo
29th February 2020
After a few early chances, the Blues opened the scoring with a goal from high-flying Beth England. The striker received the ball from Sophie Ingle and found the net from close range within the first eight minutes, following a sloppy clearance from Arsenal.
5 THINGS WE LEARNT FROM CHELSEA’S DISHEARTENING 3-0 LOSS AGAINST BAYERN MUNICH
The Chelsea Echo
26th February 2020
When Chelsea hosted Bayern Munich on Tuesday night, there was a small amount of hope that we could recreate the Champions League magic from 2012. Despite no longer obtaining the likes of Didier Drogba, the side’s younger prospects would have to put in their best performances against one of Europe’s most elite clubs.
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CHELSEA WOMEN’S SUPER LEAGUE ROUNDUP (MANCHESTER CITY 3-3 CHELSEA)
The Chelsea Echo
25th February 2020
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5 THINGS WE LEARNT FROM CHELSEA’S 2-0 LOSS AGAINST MANCHESTER UNITED
The Chelsea Echo
18th February 2020
Our match against Manchester United resulted in another devastating defeat against the Red Devils. Chelsea have now gone up against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer three times this season (twice in the league and once in the Carabao Cup), failing to pick up a win on each occasion.
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CHELSEA WOMEN’S SQUAD DEPTH IS THE EDGE THEY NEED TO WIN WSL TITLE THIS SEASON
90min
3rd January 2020
Netting eight in a single game is usually the type of scoreline guaranteed to grab the headlines around the footballing world. However, for Emma Hayes and her side, it was just another day at the office.
WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE ROUNDUP: CHELSEA THRASH WEST HAM & NICK CUSHING EXITS MAN CITY WITH ARSENAL WIN
90min
3rd January 2020
Nick Cushing celebrated his last game as Manchester City boss in style with a 2-1 win over reigning champions Arsenal, and now heads to MLS to take on the assistant manager role at New York City FC. Chelsea - who are also keen contenders for the title this year - thrashed West Ham 8-0 at Kingsmeadow to keep pace with City.
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RIQUI PUIG: 5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT BARCELONA’S LATEST LA MASIA STAR
90min
21st January 2020
Barcelona are known for their exceptionally talented production line of academy talent (even if it's dried up in recent years), so when new boss Quique Setien decided to bring Riqui Puig on during his first game in charge, all eyes were on the young Spaniard.
BETH ENGLAND AND SAM KERR: PROMISING PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPING BETWEEN CHELSEA WOMEN’S LEADING STRIKERS
90min
20th January 2020
Let’s face it, a comfortable win against reigning champions Arsenal doesn’t come along very often in the WSL. Chelsea’s 4-1 win against the Gunners (away from home, may we add) to go a full year without tasting defeat in the league? Pretty comfortable.
CONTINENTAL CUP: THE COMPETITION SPARKING DIVISION IN WOMEN’S FOOTBALL
90min
15th January 2020
On Wednesday evening, eight clubs will take part in the Continental Cup quarter-finals – with the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal all hoping to make their way into the next stage of the competition.
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HOW WATFORD HAVE TURNED AROUND THEIR SEASON UNDER NIGEL PEARSON
90min
13th January 2020
As we entered the month of December, it look as though the Hornets were preparing to make their way back into the Championship. Watford had picked up just eight points after 14 games - and were six away from safety, recording their worst start to the season since their return to the top flight.
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WEST HAM CONTRACT REVIEW: WHEN EVERY PLAYER'S CURRENT DEAL IS DUE TO EXPIRE
90min
13th January 2020
The Hammers haven’t exactly had the best of seasons to date. Following their disappointing start to the 2019/2020 campaign, Manuel Pellegrini was sacked with the London side bringing in former boss David Moyes to rejuvenate the team.
WHY MANCHESTER UNITED WOMEN SHOULDN'T BE CONCERNED BY RECENT DIP IN FORM
90min
6th January 2020
The WSL returned this weekend, kicking off the new year with some highly-anticipated games. Sam Kerr enjoyed/endured an eventful debut during Chelsea’s 3-1 victory over Reading, as a challenge on the Australian striker meant keeper Grace Moloney was sent off in the first 20 minutes.
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5 THINGS WE LEARNT FROM CHELSEA’S DISAPPOINTING 1-1 DRAW WITH BRIGHTON
The Chelsea Echo
3rd January 2020
One step forward. Two steps back. Gaining an 1-1 draw at the Amex just three days after our thrilling comeback at the Emirates pretty much sums up the life of a Chelsea fan. Frank Lampard was unable to get 2020 off to a flying start with the Blues managing to take away just one point from their game against the Seagulls.
THE MOST SHOCKING FOOTBALL MOMENTS OF 2019
The Offside Rule Podcast
31st December 2019
As we reach the end of the year, Chelsea Harper looks back on the most momentous, surprising, and downright weird moments of football from 2019. From spectacular Champions League comebacks to VAR madness, the drama of the Lionesses’ WWC semi-final to Marcelo Bielsa’s ‘Spygate’, there’s plenty to reflect on…
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SOUTHAMPTON'S CONTINUED RELIANCE ON DANNY INGS GOALS HIGHLIGHTED BY ALARMING STATISTIC
90min
30th December 2019
After Southampton’s 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace last weekend, which featured yet another goal from Danny Ings, many have been left wondering where the Saints would be without their prolific hitman up front.
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SOUTHAMPTON REPORT CARD: MID-SEASON REVIEW FOR THE SAINTS IN 2019/20
90min
28th December 2019
Oh my, the Saints are having a horrid time. For the majority of the 2019/20 campaign so far, Ralph Hasenhuttl and his side have found themselves within the relegation zone, battling with the likes of Watford and Norwich City as they struggled to gain positive results.
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5 THINGS WE LEARNT FROM CHELSEA’S 2-0 DEFEAT AGAINST SOUTHAMPTON
The Chelsea Echo
28th December 2019
Following Chelsea 2-0 victory against Spurs last weekend, it appeared that the Blues were back to their winning ways. Yet, their shock 2-0 defeat against Bournemouth on Boxing day meant their troubling spell continues with the Chelsea players unable to secure convincing results at the Bridge.
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5 PLAYERS LEICESTER SHOULD SIGN IN THE 2020 JANUARY WINDOW
90min
27th December 2019
The Foxes have had an incredible start to the season, racking up 39 points since August as they sit second in the Premier League table. In fact, Leicester City have managed a better start to this campaign than their title-winning season back in 15/16.
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5 THINGS WE LEARNT FROM CHELSEA’S 2-0 WIN AGAINST TOTTENHAM
The Chelsea Echo
23rd December 2019
Christmas came early for Chelsea fans as the Blues managed a 2-0 win over arch rivals Spurs, hanging onto their fourth place spot as they headed into the festive period. The game had everything: VAR drama, a winning penalty and a red card. But most importantly, Frank Lampard came out victorious with Chelsea earning a much-needed three points against ex boss Jose Moruinho.
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4 OF DONNY VAN DE BEEK’S BEST MOMENTS OF 2019
90min
18th December 2019
With transfer offers coming in left, right and centre for the 22-year-old, it is apparent to see the type of interest he has sparked over the past 12 months. Although the Amsterdam side have lost their fair share of talent since the beginning of this season, including the likes of Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie de Jong, they have been able to cling onto Van de Beek…for now
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5 RECORDS THAT HAVE BEEN BROKEN BY ARSENAL WOMEN STAR VIVIANNE MIEDEMA
90min
2nd December 2019
Vivianne Miedema was on fire at the weekend as she netted in six goals during Arsenal’s 11-1 thrashing against Bristol City on Sunday. The Dutch international played a crucial part in the Women’s Super League's biggest ever victory, assisting a further four goals, as the Gunners broke Liverpool’s previous 9-0 record against Doncaster Belles in 2013.
THE 7 BIGGEST WINS IN WOMEN’S SUPER LEAGUE HISTORY
90min
2nd Decemebr 2019
Arsenal Women picked up the biggest victory in Women’s Super League history this weekend by thrashing Bristol City 11-1 at Meadow Park. The Gunners surpassed the record previously held by Liverpool when the Reds beat Doncaster Belles 9-0 back in 2013.
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BREAKING DOWN ALL 6 OF LIVERPOOL'S LATE GOALS SO FAR THIS SEASON
90min
25th November 2019
Call it luck, call it skill, call it determination. Whichever way you look at it, Liverpool have managed to conjure up a pretty incredible number of late, late, late goals this season – extending their unbeaten streak within the Premier League as they sit at the top of the table.
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HOW HAVE THE CHELSEA PLAYERS PERFORMED DURING THE INTERNATIONAL BREAK?
The Chelsea Echo
22nd November 2019
The Euro 2020 qualifiers are over which can only mean one thing – come Saturday, we’ll be back to our normal selves, cheering on the Blues as they face their toughest game of the season so far. Chelsea are set to take on Manchester City at the Etihad on the weekend and with Pep Guardiola’s side fresh from their defeat against Liverpool, Frank will have a challenging game ahead as he takes on the reigning champions.
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2 POSITIVES AND 3 NEGATIVES FROM SOUTHAMPTON'S SEASON SO FAR
90min
18th November 2019
You only have to look at the Saints’ position in the table to get an understanding of how their season has played out so far. Ralph Hasenhuttl’s side are currently in the relegation zone, just one point above Norwich City who sit at the bottom of the table, meaning their hopes of remaining in the Premier League are becoming slimmer by the second.
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THE 4 CHANGES PHIL NEVILLE MUST MAKE TO GET THE LIONESSES BACK TO WINNING WAYS
90min
11th November 2019
On Saturday evening, the Lionesses played in front a record-breaking crowd at Wembley Stadium as they took on Germany during an international friendly. An audience of 77,768 watched on as Phil Neville’s squad were beaten 2-1.
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5 THINGS THAT HAVE TO HAPPEN FOR MAN UTD WOMEN TO UPSET THE ODDS IN WSL THIS SEASON
90min
5th November 2019
Manchester United’s first campaign in the Women’s Super League is going far better than anyone could have anticipated.
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VITÓRIA SC VS ARSENAL PREVIEW
90min
5th November 2019
Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team News
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WHY WILLIAN IS PROVING THE CHELSEA FANS WRONG…
The Chelsea Echo
28th October 2019
I’ve always had a soft spot for the Brazilian. As a biased Chelsea fan who likes to find the best in all our players, I found it increasingly difficult to join in with the criticisms aimed at the attacking midfielder – mainly because of his long service to the club but also for his tendency to turn up in difficult situations.
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AJAX VS CHELSEA: 7 KEY FACTS & STATS TO IMPRESS YOUR MATES AHEAD OF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CLASH
90min
23rd October 2019
Chelsea fans may be heading into this match slightly concerned, following an unconvincing start to their Champions League campaign after a home defeat against Valencia and a narrow 2-1 win against Lille earlier this month.
WAS CHELSEA’S OPENING FIXTURE AGAINST SPURS A MILESTONE FOR WOMEN’S FOOTBALL?
The Totally Football Show
13th September 2019
Chelsea Women hosted Tottenham Hotspur Women at Stamford Bridge last weekend in a bid to help promote women’s football. But what was the turn out really like and more importantly, will this match encourage fans to watch women’s football again in the future?
WHY FOOTBALL GROUNDS STILL NEED TO TACKLE THE PROBLEM OF ACCESSIBILITY
The Offside Rule
14th August 2019
Derby County fan Alex Steward tells Chelsea Harper about her experience as a disabled fan, the challenges she’s faced at games and why she refuses to let the problems surrounding accessibility prevent her from watching her favourite club.
WOMEN’S WORLD CUP: QUARTER-FINALS PREVIEW
The Offside Rule
27th June 2019
So, the quarter-finals are upon us and it appears to be a European spectacle with the exception of World Cup holders the United States. Who are favourites to make it through to the next round and what key players should we look out for in these upcoming fixtures? Chelsea Harper is here to guide you through all four fixtures.
HOW LEOPARD PRINT RECLAIMED LUX – FROM CHEAP TO CHIC
Wimbledon Bookfest
1st November 2019
As Hilary Alexander puts it in her new book, leopard print simply is ‘fashion’s most powerful print’. It provokes confidence, luxury and dominance; it gives a sense of seduction, whilst providing you with a pattern that is aesthetically and visually pleasing, making it one of the most successful and talked about fashion trends to date.
AMERICA’S LATEST BOMB SCARE: ACT OF TERROR, OR POLITICAL STUNT?
Shout Out UK
28th October 2018
The United States of America was under a state of terror and confusion last week, as suspicious packages involving explosive devices were sent to high-profile democratic figures, including ex-president Barack Obama and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. However, as the midterm elections are less than two weeks away, what does this mean for the upcoming results, and can it really affect the outcome?
