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Gianfranco Zola Critiques Chelsea’s Decision to Sell Key Players

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2 years ago

June 18, 2024

Chelsea icon Gianfranco Zola has voiced his opinion that the club’s decision to sell three key players was a major factor in their early-season struggles last year.

Chelsea ultimately finished sixth in the Premier League, showing improvement in the latter part of the campaign.

Zola pointed to the sales of Kai Havertz to Arsenal, Mateo Kovacic to Manchester City, and Jorginho to Arsenal in January 2023 as significant setbacks.

He emphasized that these players were integral to the team’s core and leadership.

“Chelsea had a difficult start to the season, mainly because they underwent significant changes. They introduced many young players while losing experienced ones like Jorginho, Havertz, and Kovacic.

These players were the heart and soul of the team, and their absence was deeply felt,” Zola shared with Ladbrokes.

Despite the challenging transition, Zola acknowledged that Pochettino eventually managed to get the team back on track. However, he expressed disappointment over the changes and Pochettino’s subsequent departure.

Zola, who played over 300 games for Chelsea between 1996 and 2003, remains a passionate supporter of the club and its direction.

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‘He Brings a Different Quality’ — Frank Lampard Praises Onyeka

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18 hours ago

February 7, 2026

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Coventry City manager, Frank Lampard, speaks on team player and states how the player’s stance will help the team get into the Premier League.

The player is revealed to be Onyeka who he spoke about in the recent interview.

“He brings a different quality and probably a different profile to the midfield players we have.

“As I say, the profile is slightly different and I think that helps us in terms of the options and the competition in the middle of the park for us.”

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Arteta Confirms Saka’s Recovery, Gives Update on Martin and Jurrien

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Arsenal coach, Mikel Arteta, after their last match, shares an update on the injured team members after their last match.

He shared an update on Saka and stated that he is doing better after going through a hip injury. “His hip is improving a lot. Hopefully, he’ll be ready soon.”

He added about the other team members: “Martin is getting better and will be back in a few days, and Jurrien is fit for the weekend.”

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“We’re Still Waiting” — Alex Iwobi Opens Up on Nigeria’s World Cup Chances

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2 days ago

February 6, 2026

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Super Eagles footballer, Alex Iwobi, speaks on the World Cup and reveals their hope to play in the 2026 World Cup.

He shared that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is hopeful about hearing from them after they submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

“I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.

“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have in your career, a memorable moment. But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been.”