English Premier League Champions Chelsea have decided not to renew the contracts of England midfielder Joe Cole and the Germany captain Michael Ballack

Jun 9, 2010 - Andrew Bunting

German midfielder and emblematic captain, Michael Ballack, has been ruled out of next month's World Cup in South Africa with an ankle injury.

May 18, 2010 - Joshua Kepreotis

Ghana's stupendous midfield impresario, Michael Essien has temporarily withdrawn his services for the Black Stars of Ghana to help him focus on Chelsea.

Aug 20, 2010 - Samuel Doku

March 23, 2008 Chelsea-2 1-Arsenal Avram Grant silenced doubters in win that keeps Chelsea in sight of Premiership Crown. The side are now 5 points behind Man. U.

Mar 23, 2008 - Michael Edmondstone

Two assists by Didier Drogba proved the difference between Chelsea and Liverpool when the Premiership rivals met at Stamford Bridge.

Oct 4, 2009 - Richard Oldale

A preview of Chelsea's chances of winning the English Premier League again. The article looks at Chelsea's transfer activity and the squad strength.

Aug 6, 2010 - David Beaumont

After Saturday's late goal from Michael Ballack gave Chelsea a crucial 2-1 win over Champions Manchester United, both sides have 81 points going into the last two games.

Apr 27, 2008 - Paul Jude Seaton

The EPL season begins with the traditional curtain raisers with Champions Chelsea taking on runners up Man United. Both teams will want the win.

Aug 8, 2010 - Joe Smith

Ronaldo tallies eight goals - twice in final against Germany - to lead Brazil to their record fifth World Cup championship.

Jun 30, 2009 - David Hein

Germany put on a show to be proud of as hosts of the 2006 World Cup. This time round, manager Joachim Low feels his side are better prepared for a tilt at glory.

Jan 10, 2010 - Ryan Miller

The German Bundesliga is growing in international stature with big names coming to the league including Raul, Michael Ballack, Diego and Marko Arnautovic.

Aug 28, 2010 - David Hein

The Boatengs became the first brothers to play on opposite sides of the pitch in an international match and be on the pitch at the same time.

Jul 10, 2010 - Tracey Tucker

After being held 1-1 at half-time, treble chasing Chelsea ease into the quarter-finals with a thorough 4-1 victory over Cardiff City at Stamford Bridge.

Feb 16, 2010 - Robert Wooldridge

Team by team analysis for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, to be held from June 11 to July 11 in South Africa. There are eight groups of four teams each.

May 13, 2010 - John Fleckles

In the first all-English European Cup final in history, on 21 May 2008 we will witness either Chelsea or Manchester United crowned champions of Europe.

May 11, 2008 - Timothy Woods

The 2008 Champions League final in Moscow on May 21st will be an all English affair after Manchester United and Chelsea triumphed in their semi final ties.

Apr 30, 2008 - John O'Connor

Following the quarter-final ties, Manchester United will play Barcelona and Liverpool will meet Chelsea in the semi finals of the Champions League.

Apr 10, 2008 - John O'Connor