Chelsea

The Premier League is back, and two teams that were headed in opposite directions before the World Cup break meet in a 12:30 p.m. match.

Still, it is on the road, where it has failed to keep a clean sheet in any of its 17 top-flight away games since a 1-0 win at Chelsea in December 2019, In addition, two of Chelsea’s best performers at the World Cup – Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech – are players whose futures at Stamford Bridge are far from certain. [fubo TV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/soccer/?bgvideo=EPL-Mornings.mp4&title=Watch%20Premier%20League%20matches%20on%20NBCSN&subinfo=Stream%20on%20your%20TV,%20Computer%20and%20other%20devices&priceline=See%20them%20live%20or%20record%20for%20later&irad=356365&irmp=1810047)(give the FREE seven-day trial a try), [DirecTV Stream](https://www.directv.com/tv/Premier-League-Soccer-U1hIbWYzV2I5Q0xTcEM0RjdEYjZqdz09)and [Sling TV](https://www.sling.com/whatson/sports/soccer/stream-premier-league-live-sling-tv)live-streaming it. The 12:30 p.m. Well, the Premier League returned to play Monday, with more matches scheduled for today. [fubo TV ](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/soccer/?bgvideo=EPL-Mornings.mp4&title=Watch%20Premier%20League%20matches%20on%20NBCSN&subinfo=Stream%20on%20your%20TV,%20Computer%20and%20other%20devices&priceline=See%20them%20live%20or%20record%20for%20later&irad=356365&irmp=1810047)(give the FREE seven-day trial a try), [DirecTV Stream](https://go.skimresources.com?id=126006X1587341&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Ftv%2FPremier-League-Soccer-U1hIbWYzV2I5Q0xTcEM0RjdEYjZqdz09) and [Sling TV.](https://go.skimresources.com?id=126006X1587341&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Fwhatson%2Fsports%2Fsoccer%2Fstream-premier-league-live-sling-tv)

Bournemouth have former Chelsea Academy player Dominic Solanke in their attack. Chelsea: Kepa; James, Thiago Silva, Koulibaly, Cucurella, Jorginho (c), Zakaria, ...

[Bashir Humphreys](/en/teams/profile/bashir-humphreys), our development squad captain. [Denis Zakaria](/en/teams/profile/denis-zakaria) is in midfield for the first time in the Premier League. [Christian Pulisic](/en/teams/profile/christian-pulisic), [Kai Havertz](/en/teams/profile/kai-havertz) and [Raheem Sterling](/en/teams/profile/raheem-sterling).

Chelsea boss Graham Potter made major changes on Tuesday against Bournemouth with Christian Pulisic and Denis Zakaria among the inclusions.

Pulisic got the nod in attack over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while Zakaria was chosen to pair with Jorginho over Conor Gallagher. The Blues enter Tuesday's game in ninth place, so they carry a bit of desperation during the festive period. The line-up was not just down to injuries or recovery from international duty.

Find out how to watch, live stream or TV channel and game time information for the Premier League matchup between Chelsea FC and AFC Bournemouth.

- Away Bournemouth has 16 points, and is in 14th place.

Chelsea snapped a five-game winless streak in their Premier League restart, but the player performances were a mixed bag against Bournemouth.

[Trevoh Chalobah](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/227784/Trevoh-Chalobah) (Sterling, 88"), N/R -- Was solid to help see out the game as he smashed the ball clear. [Conor Gallagher](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/266696/Conor-Gallagher) (Zakaria, 82"), N/R -- Had his shot blocked by Kelly after a brilliant opportunity opened up for him. [Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/122260/Pierre-Emerick-Aubameyang) (Pulisic, 82"), N/R -- Played one nice ball through but then had another attempted burst forward denied by Marcos Senesi. [Mason Mount](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231167/Mason-Mount), 9 -- Showed plenty of intelligence to pick up nice pockets of space and utilise them brilliantly. [Christian Pulisic](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/225607/Christian-Pulisic) had a goal ruled out before half-time, but the two early goals decided the result as Chelsea put in a positive display that saw the Blues move up a place to go eighth on [the Premier League table](http://www.espnfc.com/soccer/table/_/league/eng.1). [César Azpilicueta](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/97770/cesar-azpilicueta) (James, 53'), 6 -- Comfortably slotted into the backline, heading back to Kepa from a potentially dangerous Bournemouth ball, although there were times he struggled when Bournemouth ran at him. Delivered a perfectly weighted pass for Havertz to score the opener and was denied by a strong left hand from Mark Travers. Made a poor attempt at a flick after Travers saved James' shot, then hit a wild effort from a promising position in the second half. Provided a solid defensive display and did brilliantly to flick the ball away from Jack Stacey in his own box. Made a great header to clear Zemura's cross, then came agonisingly close with a header of his own. There was a lot of quality on the ball for manager Graham Potter to be pleased about, and his side also often pressed well. [Kai Havertz](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231182/Kai-Havertz) converting from [Raheem Sterling](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/156366/Raheem-Sterling)'s perfectly weighted pass.

Chelsea returned to winning ways in their first appearance after the World Cup break, but delight at their 2-0 home victory over Bournemouth on Tuesday was ...

He has dealt with it well." "It was a World Cup and they come around every four years. The 23-year-old had surgery after suffering a knee injury against AC Milan in the Champions League on Oct.

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team.” “He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed,” Potter said. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team.” “He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed,” Potter said. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

Graham Potter has said it was “disappointing” to lose Reece James so quickly after recovering from a knee injury, with the 23-year-old going off in ...

We’ll have to see the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed. Head coach Potter admitted it was a blow to see James go off injured but couldn’t give a definitive answer on the severity of the problem, instead suggesting he will need to be assessed within the next two days. James was seen hobbling off during the second half of the game after appearing to pick up a knock in the 51st minute of the match.

Christian Pulisic got the start for Chelsea against Bournemouth as the USMNT star returned to Premier League action after a superb World Cup.

Two first half goals carried Chelsea to a 2-0 win but there will be fears over an injury to James.

Chelsea had done enough with James on the pitch to win the game but on his exit this became a more even contest. To make matters worse, Potter went on to reveal that James was only a few minutes away from a well deserved break when he limped down the tunnel. The ball came to Sterling in an advantageous position on the right flank. James might not have played the killer pass in the buildup to Havertz's opener, but without him in the XI the spaces would not have emerged for his team mates to exploit. He could play for any team in the world. The invisible cord tying this team together, on his return from an injury that had robbed him of the chance to burgeon his reputation at the World Cup, was James. All he needed to do to sound a five alarm around Stamford Bridge was point to that knee again. Instead, it was the moment that James pointed to that knee again. Whenever a team mate needed to find a man in space James was on hand. He dropped to the deck, seemingly not doubting for a moment that this was his game. So it was that the abiding memory of this game was not the precise build up to Kai Havertz's opener, a returning Christian Pulisic bringing his USMNT form to the blue and white or the ageless excellence of Thiago Silva. Perhaps after that run of losses to Arsenal, Manchester City and Newcastle, now was not the time for anything more outré.

Chelsea showed no signs of World Cup rustiness as they brushed past Bournemouth in the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 win.

It's a delightful goal, as Sterling makes a brilliant break down the right, timing his run on to a through pass perfectly before teeing up Havertz, who can't miss from close range. Lerma plays in Christie, but the angle is always against him and Kepa does well to save at his near post. That's as close as Bournemouth have come to scoring. 24’ GOAL - CHELSEA 2-0 BOURNEMOUTH (Mount). Mason Mount (Chelsea). Subs: Anthony 6, Christie 5, Dembele n/a

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team.” “He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed,” Potter said. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team." “He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed," Potter said. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

Reece James showed what Chelsea had been missing while he was out with injury - before he was cruelly snatched away from them again.

[Jordan Zemura](https://theathletic.com/football/player/jordan-zemura-yKHUrv9xbK3r8Uqt/) and [Lloyd Kelly](https://theathletic.com/football/player/lloyd-kelly-kxRRYEcoJrn3OEbc/), and aggressive defending on the few occasions the visitors threatened to infiltrate enemy territory. [Cesar Azpilicueta](https://theathletic.com/football/player/cesar-azpilicueta-CCN3w4aSGdHj5s6r/), aggressive defensively in his own way, was more conservative in his forays up-field. The Chelsea head coach and the club’s medical staff had only anticipated using him for around an hour of this match, building on the similar stint he managed in a friendly against Brentford B early last week. There was an upbeat rhythm to his attacking, a tempo established inside the opening 30 seconds as he marauded up the wing while Bournemouth were still organising in anticipation of a difficult evening. There was no attempt to join [Raheem Sterling](https://theathletic.com/football/player/raheem-sterling-k4BPKfn0pvnrTLX4/) in support of the hosts’ attack, or even to feign a sprint down the wing on the outside to draw a defender away. Regardless, a shadow had been cast on the evening’s work. For a coach under pressure early in his tenure, his availability was a Godsend. [England](https://theathletic.com/football/team/england/) full-back edged up the flank muttering towards the bench a few feet away. Now player and club are plunged into an all too familiar anxious wait for the result of scans and tests as they seek to ascertain what damage has been done this time round. [Mark Travers](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mark-travers-4FPuuCS7YWGWIgt9/)’ goal-kick and, within seconds, the ball had been nudged back into James’ vicinity. [Chelsea](https://theathletic.com/football/team/chelsea/) played on in possession, building an attack from deep, blissfully unaware of any issue left in its wake. We’ll just have to see how the next 24 to 48 hours go.”

Chelsea manager Graham Potter admitted that he and his medical staff were "concerned" after Reece James lasted just 53 minutes on his return from a knee ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team. The plan was to play 60 minutes today so now he's disappointed, of course. "He's been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

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Chelsea are continuing to dominate possession, with Bournemouth having to do plenty of chasing. A new one is found in the dressing room - but they're not the same colour! Bournemouth are having some joy down the left.

James was forced to exit the match in the 53rd minute after coming up lame with a knee injury. After an early exit during what was a coveted return to Chelsea ...

He was not able to join his compatriots in Qatar for soccer’s biggest tournament, and now after half a game back with Chelsea, James could once again be staring at a long stint on the sideline and a difficult rehab. After an early exit during what was a coveted return to Chelsea and Graham Potter’s starting XI, James could be facing another lengthy absence through injury. James was forced to exit the match in the 53rd minute after coming up lame with a knee injury.

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

Fernandez has emerged as one of football's most promising talents after his impressive cameos for Argentina saw him win the Young Player of the Tournament ...

[with a number of Premier League clubs interested](/sport/football/article-11576317/Benfica-fear-Saudi-backed-Newcastle-pay-Enzo-Fernandezs-105m-release-clause.html) - it appears the Blues have taken the first steps in their attempts to sign Fernandez but submitting a huge starting offer. ](/sport/football/article-11577443/Newcastle-want-Jorginho-free-summer-leaves-Chelsea-Blues-seek-younger-squad.html) Chelsea 'have offered Benfica £115MILLION to sign World Cup star Enzo Fernandez' - with Graham Potter keen to lower his squad's average age... [win the Young Player of the Tournament award at the World Cup.](/sport/football/article-11551739/Enzo-Fernandez-crowned-Young-Player-Tournament-Argentinas-triumph-France.html) [Potter is looking to reduce the average age of his squad at Stamford Bridge](/sport/football/article-11577443/Newcastle-want-Jorginho-free-summer-leaves-Chelsea-Blues-seek-younger-squad.html) [Chelsea](/sport/teampages/chelsea.html) have submitted a €130million (£115m) bid for Benfica's rising star Enzo Fernandez, according to reports in Portugal. [There's been rising interest in the midfielder from a number of English teams](/sport/football/article-11576317/Benfica-fear-Saudi-backed-Newcastle-pay-Enzo-Fernandezs-105m-release-clause.html)

Chelsea have communicated their willingness to pay Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez's £105million release clause at Benfica.

Chelsea have yet to reach an agreement with the player himself, should a deal be struck with Benfica. The 21-year-old was one of the breakout stars at the World Cup and is highly sought after, with at least one other club said to be in the race sign him in January. Chelsea ready to meet Enzo Fernandez £105m release clause to sign Argentina midfielder in January

Chelsea are interested, and are now making moves towards trying to sign the Benfica midfielder. Enzo Fernandez.

Liverpool however may have money left over from missing out on Midfield is a priority position for Chelsea to bring in reinforcements, and Enzo Fernandez is one of the three best young midfielders on the market. Todd Boehly is ready to bring Chelsea back to the elite, and a signing of the magnitude of Enzo Fernandez would be a massive statement. [Cody Gakpo](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/cody-gakpo/profil/spieler/434675) may not be in a position to splash £120million on Enzo Fernandez. [Simon Phillips,](https://twitter.com/siphillipssport) Chelsea have begun the groundwork when it comes to signing Enzo Fernandez. [Enzo Fernandez](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/enzo-fernandez/profil/spieler/648195), but Chelsea now seem to have stolen a march in that race.

The injury suffered by Reece James in Chelsea's victory over Bournemouth on Tuesday is not as bad as first feared, with the England defender hoping to ...

The plan was to play 60 minutes today so now he’s disappointed, of course. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course. He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed. He is a world-class player. We’ll have to see over the next 24-48 hours. “2022 has been the toughest year to date.

Chelsea have reportedly offered Benfica over £106m for Argentina World Cup star Enzo Fernandez, who has also been linked with Manchester United.

Fernandez led all players for touches (118), successful passes (77) and tackles (10) in the World Cup final against France. [Fernandez has been keen to quash the multitude of rumours](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/fernandez-responds-liverpool-man-utd-transfer-links-after-world-cup-heroics-argentina/blt428987551c9d8826) surrounding his potential exit from Benfica. The Blues' current offer puts them in pole position for one of Europe's hottest properties, as he has also been [heavily linked with Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/always-ready-lijnders-liverpool-prepared-january-transfers-links-argentina-fernandez/bltc7492188ed84b0ed) this month.

Chelsea are trying to force through a January deal for Argentina World Cup star Enzo Fernandez, talkSPORT understands.The Blues are ready to meet the.

The Molde starlet will complete a move to the west London club for a transfer fee of £10.6million. A fee of £105million for Fernandez would top their previous record outlay – the £97.5m they paid Inter Milan for Romelu Lukaku. The Blues are ready to meet the £105million release clause in Fernandez’s Benfica contract to steal a march on rival suitors.

Chelsea is expecting Reece James to be sidelined for up to a month after the England defender sustained a recurrence of his knee injury in the 2-0 Premier ...

I’m currently just trying to deal with the cards I’ve been dealt. Just want to thank you all for the support, none of you go unnoticed. James said on his Twitter account that 2022 "has been the toughest year to date.

Chelsea have agreed a deal with Norweigian club Molde FK for the transfer of 20-year-old striker David Datro Fofana.

He also scored four goals in 10 appearances in the Europa League conference qualifiers and main tournament this campaign. [Kai Havertz](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231182/Kai-Havertz) played as striker for Potter's side with [Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/122260/Pierre-Emerick-Aubameyang) dropped to the bench. 1 for a reported fee of $13.15 million (£10.93m).

Chelsea have reached a pre-agreement with Molde for the signing of David Datro Fofana. The Athletic reported earlier this month that the two clubs were in ...

“The 20-year-old striker will join the Blues on 1 January 2023. Chelsea confirmed in a statement: “Chelsea FC has reached a pre-agreement with Molde FK for the transfer of David Datro Fofana. Chelsea have reached a pre-agreement with Molde for the signing of David Datro Fofana.

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of striker David Datro Fofana ahead of the January transfer window.

Chelsea are the lowest scorers in the top half of the Premier League table with just 19 goals in 15 games. Premier League “Chelsea FC has reached a pre-agreement with Molde FK for the transfer of David Datro Fofana,” the club said in a statement.

After missing the World Cup because of a knee injury, Reece James sparked fears of a fresh setback when he limped off during Chelsea's 2-0 win against ...

You could see today his quality and what he brings to the team." “He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed," Potter said. “He’s been really disappointed to miss the World Cup, of course.

Chelsea is expecting Reece James to be sidelined for up to a month after the England defender sustained a recurrence of his knee injury in the 2-0 Premier ...

Chelsea have been boosted by the positive recovery timeframe set for Reece James' latest injury setback, which isn't as serious as first feared.

Repeated injuries to the same area of the body, such as to the knee, can result in the player needing surgery and resulting in an even lengthier period of absence. The Blues have been without one of their star players for large portions of 2022-23, with James already missing a cumulative nine games for his club before Tuesday night's issue, as well as an entire World Cup campaign with England Blues boss Graham Potter told reporters after the match that he was keeping his "fingers crossed" for good news, and it appears his prayers may have been answered, with Chelsea confirming the injury is not as bad as first feared.

Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign the striker David Datro Fofana while Reece James is set to be out for up to a month after aggravating a knee injury.

[Molde](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/molde-fc) FK for the transfer of David Datro Fofana. [setback to the knee injury](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/dec/27/potter-uncertain-over-extent-of-reece-jamess-injury-after-chelsea-return) that kept him out of the World Cup. The Ivory Coast international, who turned 20 last week, will head to Stamford Bridge in the new year.

Chelsea returned to winning ways as they scored early to ensure a 2-0 triumph over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday in their first Premier League ...

The attitude was fantastic. "The first-half performance was good. He also watched with relief as Kalidou Koulibaly’s header from a 73rd minute set piece went narrowly wide.