Chelsea’s substitutes have made the difference as wingers Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto scored second-half goals to secure a 3-1 win at third-tier Cardiff City and a place in the English League Cup semifinals.

João Pedro’s seventh Premier League goal in Chelsea blue was enough to seal all three points against a spirited Brentford, who statistically had the upper hand at Stamford Bridge. Indeed, Keith Andrews’s side rained 16 shots down on the goal of Robert Sánchez, some 11 more than Chelsea could fire towards Caoimhín Kelleher.

Chelsea will clash with Arsenal in the first leg of the 2025/2026 Carabao Cup semifinals. Supporters in the United States can watch the matchup live on television or through streaming platforms, with several viewing options available.

Arsenal has scored two goals off errors by goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to set up a 3-2 win at Chelsea in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals.

Joe Shields was appointed in 2022 as "co-director of recruitment and talent". Two years later Sam Jewell came from Brighton becoming the sporting director for global recruiting. This quintet were established as the sporting leadership team in November. Conspicuous in their absence from that list of power brokers was the first team head coach.

Chelsea star Cole Palmer wasn't risked by head coach Liam Rosenior in Wednesday's Carabao Cup semifinal first leg.

Rosenior, 41, has never managed a Premier League club. Chelsea last week parted company with Enzo Maresca, who spent 18 months in charge.

Charlton Athletic take on Chelsea in the 2025/2026 FA Cup third round. Below is everything you need to know, including the start time and viewing options on TV and streaming platforms.

Arsenal managed a 3-2 victory away to Chelsea in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final to give their hopes of reaching the final a huge boost. After a rotated side overcame Portsmouth in the FA Cup,