Chelsea F.C.

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Chelsea Football Club (commonly referred to as Chelsea) is a professional football club based in Fulham, London, England. Founded in 1905, the club competes in the Premier League, the top division of English football. Chelsea's home ground is Stamford Bridge, which has a capacity of 40,834.

History

Chelsea was founded on 10 March 1905 at The Rising Sun pub (now The Butcher's Hook), opposite the present-day main entrance to the ground on Fulham Road. The club was elected to the Football League shortly afterwards.

Early Years

Chelsea enjoyed early success, winning promotion to the First Division in their second season and reaching the 1915 FA Cup final. However, they would not win a major trophy until the 1954-55 season when they won the First Division title.

Modern Era

The club's fortunes changed dramatically in the 1990s and 2000s, particularly after the acquisition by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich in 2003. Under his ownership, Chelsea won numerous trophies, including the UEFA Champions League in 2012 and 2021, and the Premier League titles in 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, and 2017.

Stadium

Chelsea's home ground is Stamford Bridge, located in Fulham, London. The stadium has been the club's home since its formation and has undergone several renovations to increase its capacity and modernize its facilities.

Crest and Colours

Chelsea's traditional kit colours are royal blue shirts and shorts with white socks. The club's crest has undergone several changes over the years, with the current design featuring a ceremonial lion holding a staff.

Supporters and Rivalries

Chelsea has a large and passionate fan base. The club's main rivalries are with Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and Leeds United. Matches against these teams are highly anticipated and often fiercely contested.

Honours

Chelsea has won numerous domestic and international trophies, including:

• Premier League: 6 titles
• FA Cup: 8 titles
• EFL Cup: 5 titles
• UEFA Champions League: 2 titles
• UEFA Europa League: 2 titles

Notable Players

Some of the most notable players in Chelsea's history include:

• Frank Lampard
• John Terry
• Didier Drogba
• Gianfranco Zola
• Petr Čech

Management

Chelsea has had several high-profile managers, including:

• José Mourinho
• Carlo Ancelotti
• Antonio Conte
• Thomas Tuchel

Related Pages

• Premier League
• FA Cup
• UEFA Champions League
• Stamford Bridge (stadium)
• Roman Abramovich

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