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Frank Lampard wants to see more fight from his side

Lampard looking for more fight from Chelsea players

Frank Lampard has challenged his Chelsea players to show tougher "personality" to fight for their Stamford Bridge futures.

Soccer • 09 Dec 19

Ross Barkley (L) and Chelsea manager Frank Lampard

Lampard: Barkley showed lack of professionalism

Frank Lampard believes injured Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley showed "a lack of professionalism" after he was pictured shirtless in a nightclub during the international break.

Soccer • 27 Nov 19

Riyad Mahrez celebrates after he scores against Chelsea

City bounce back with crucial win over Chelsea

Manchester City came from behind to keep themselves within nine points of Premier League leaders Liverpool with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Chelsea

Soccer • 23 Nov 19

Jose Mourinho (L) and Frank Lampard on the touchline as managers of Manchester United and Derby County respectively last year

Lampard: I would never manage Spurs

Frank Lampard has insisted he will never follow Jose Mourinho's lead and manage Tottenham.

Soccer • 22 Nov 19

Chelsea players to pay the price for ill-discipline

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has imposed a strict disciplinary regime on his young squad with a series of hefty fines, including €23,000 for being late for the start of training.

Soccer • 12 Nov 19

Lampard anticipates tough task when Chelsea host Ajax

Frank Lampard has warned Chelsea he expects an even tougher encounter with Ajax than they faced in Amsterdam.

Soccer • 04 Nov 19

UEFA chiefs are willing to take their time in deciding on the future of its flagship club competition

Extra games 'a no go' in any Champions League overhaul

No decision on the format of the Champions League post 2024 is likely until next autumn or the spring of 2021, according to the president of the European Leagues umbrella group.

Soccer • 18 Oct 19

'The next decision on that is for Gareth. I never want to tell him what to do'

Lampard backs in-form Abraham to earn England call-up

In-form striker Tammy Abraham would tackle another England call-up with the same work ethic which has earned him a regular place in the Chelsea side, according to Blues manager Frank Lampard.

Soccer • 03 Oct 19

Lampard lauds England prospect Abraham

Frank Lampard believes Tammy Abraham's maiden Champions League goal will be the first of many.

Soccer • 02 Oct 19

Ross Barkley during the pre-season friendly match at Richmond Park Stadium, Dublin.

When the chips are down - Lampard labels Barkley naive

Frank Lampard admitted Ross Barkley had been "naive" after the Chelsea midfielder was pictured on a night out in Liverpool.

Soccer • 01 Oct 19

Lampard has had a wobbly return to his former hunting ground

Lampard aiming to break Stamford Bridge winning duck

Frank Lampard is hoping to claim a first Premier League win at Stamford Bridge, since he took over as manager in the summer, when the Blues play Brighton on Saturday.

Soccer • 27 Sep 19

Sadio Mane tries to shrug off Cesar Azpilicueta

Recap: Reds edge past Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

Liverpool make it six Premier League wins from six at Stamford Bridge. Read back on how it happened.

Soccer • 22 Sep 19

'We can do better than we did for 60 minutes today and we will do for sure'

'We can do better' - Lampard vows Chelsea will improve

Frank Lampard has promised that Chelsea will improve after a disappointing draw against Leicester at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer • 18 Aug 19

Leicester City's Youri Tielemans celebrates his team's equaliser at Stamford Bridge

Lampard's Stamford Bridge homecoming ends in draw

Frank Lampard did not get the Chelsea homecoming he craved as his wait for a first win as manager went on following a 1-1 draw with Leicester.

Soccer • 18 Aug 19

'I am particularly disgusted by the so-called Chelsea fan'

'Disgusted' Lampard slams racist abuse of Abraham

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has spoken of his "disgust" after striker Tammy Abraham was the victim of online racist abuse following the midweek Super Cup defeat to Liverpool.

Soccer • 16 Aug 19

Chelsea lost out on penalties to Liverpool

Lampard buoyed by Chelsea's Super Cup display

Chelsea suffered a penalty shootout defeat to Liverpool in the UEFA Super Cup but manager Frank Lampard praised his team's performance in a game which ended 2-2 after extra-time.

Soccer • 15 Aug 19

Chelsea's N'Golo Kante and Liverpool's Fabinho

Super Cup: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea (5-4 pens) - recap

Relive all the action as Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties in Istanbul to win this year's UEFA Super Cup final.

Soccer • 14 Aug 19

Klopp is hoping to see more female referees appointed for men's fixtures.

Klopp praises 'historic' appointment of female referee

Jürgen Klopp has backed UEFA's decision to appoint France's Stephanie Frappart to referee Wednesday's Super Cup final meeting of Liverpool and Chelsea.

Soccer • 13 Aug 19

Lampard is remaining optimistic despite the 4-0 defeat to Manchester United.

Lampard may change Chelsea's approach for Liverpool

Frank Lampard is considering changing the way he sets out his team as Chelsea prepare for their UEFA Super Cup meeting with Liverpool in Istanbul.

Soccer • 13 Aug 19

Frank Lampard manager of Chelsea and captain Cesar Azpilicueta

Lampard frustrated after heavy loss to Man United

Frank Lampard bemoaned the "harsh reality" of the Premier League after his Chelsea reign started with a thumping 4-0 defeat at Manchester United on the opening weekend of the season.

Soccer • 12 Aug 19

Manchester United's Marcus Rashford celebrates his side's third goal

Clinical United put Chelsea to the sword

Marcus Rashford's double helped rampant Manchester United start the new season with a bang as Chelsea capitulated in Frank Lampard's first match in charge.

Soccer • 11 Aug 19

Lampard: Luiz did not go on strike

Frank Lampard has insisted that David Luiz did not go on strike to force a move through to Arsenal, as new Chelsea boss prepares for his first game as a Premier League manager.

Soccer • 09 Aug 19

Frank Lampard pictured at Dalymount Park during the recent friendly against Bohemians

Lampard excited by the young talent at his disposal

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard insists he does not need to strengthen his squad before the new Premier League season.

Soccer • 16 Jul 19

Frank Lampard was appointed as Chelsea manager last week

Lampard's Chelsea reign begins with Dalymount draw

Chants of "you're getting sacked in the morning," rang out around Dalymount Park as Frank Lampard's first game as Chelsea manager ended in a stalemate with Bohemians.

Soccer • 10 Jul 19

Shay Given won't be heading to the Premier League

Cocu handed the reins at Derby, with Given staying put

Derby County have confirmed that Shay Given will be part of Phillip Cocu's new-look coaching team at the Championship club.

Soccer • 05 Jul 19