Managerless Chelsea have been hit by a fitness crisis for their match against Manchester City, with Robert Sanchez, Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella all sidelined. The Blues have their under-21s head coach Calum McFarlane in charge for Sunday evening’s Premier League match at the Etihad Stadium after the departure of Enzo Maresca on New Year’s Day.

Chelsea interim manager Calum McFarlane says it has been a "crazy" 24 hours since replacing Enzo Maresca at Stamford Bridge.

A chaotic week for the now manager-less Chelsea culminates in a trip to title-chasing Manchester City.

When Chelsea Handler returns to host the Critics Choice Awards Jan. 4 for the fourth year, she won't be bringing the same act. As the comic recently explained, "I had to change my whole personality."

Tottenham have completed the signing of Chelsea's Maika Hamano on loan until the end of the season. The 21-year-old Japan international is seeking regular game time having shown her potential at Chelsea since joining in 2023. Hamano can play in a number of positions in midfield and attack but is largely used as a winger by Japan.

The Etihad Stadium hosts an electrifying clash today between Manchester City and Chelsea. Pep Guardiola’s side are under pressure to win after drawing against Sunderland, a slip that left them four

Hamano, 21 years old and a Japan international, joined Chelsea from INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2023. She was a member of Japan’s 2023 World Cup and 2024 Paris Olympics squads, and is considered a talented young offensive player, but she’s seen her minutes limited at Chelsea this season.

Chelsea will face Manchester City on Sunday with a new coach — and without one of its most vital players. Defensive midfielder Moisés Caicedo will be forced to sit out the match at the Etihad Stadium after picking up yet another suspension.