Greenwood, Hudson-Odoi selected in England U21 Euros squad

Mason Greenwood and Callum Hudson-Odoi have been selected in the England U21 squad for this year’s European Championships. The tournament, set to take place in Hungary and Slovenia, will see the Young Lions aim to end a 37-year wait for the trophy. Arsenal duo Emile Smith Rowe and Eddie Nketiah also make Aidy Boothroyd’s 23-man […]

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Handball law to be further clarified after CHO controversy

Further clarification on the handball law is expected from the game’s lawmakers on Friday, thanks in part to Callum Hudson-Odoi. Attempts by the International Football Association Board to provide a more “precise and detailed” definition of the offence over the last two years have not succeeded in making handball decisions any less controversial, with last […]

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Chelsea receive double injury boost ahead of Liverpool clash

Chelsea receive double injury boost ahead of Liverpool clash – originally posted on Sportslens.com Chelsea have received a double injury boost ahead of the Premier League clash against Liverpool on the road on Thursday night, The Athletic reports. Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard as the Blues manager during the last week of January and the […]

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Tuchel explains reasons for subbing CHO against Man Utd

Thomas Tuchel says his decision to take Callum Hudson-Odoi off at half-time in their 0-0 draw against Manchester United was only part “tactical”. The Blues threw in all their attacking personnel and every novel idea from new boss Tuchel but could not force a breakthrough against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s resolute Red Devils. Chelsea extended their […]

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The Hudson-Odoi talk that became ‘row’ and ‘inquest’

Say yacht? Mediawatch is not saying that this is a slow news week or that The Sun football website really do not kick a flying f*** about football, but their top story at 9am on the day of Chelsea’s Champions League last-16 clash is this: ‘Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich’s stunning new £430 million superyacht seen […]

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Tuchel hails Hudson-Odoi reaction after Carragher criticism

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel and captain Cesar Azpilicueta have praised the reaction of Callum Hudson-Odoi after his 31-minute substitute appearance during Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Southampton. The England international was withdrawn in the 76th minute at St Mary’s following his half-time introduction – a decision that has drawn criticism from Jamie Carragher – but will be […]

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Carragher: ‘Very harsh’ for Tuchel to bring off Hudson-Odoi

Jamie Carragher has claimed that it was “not right” for Thomas Tuchel to sub off Callum Hudson-Odoi against Southampton. The Englishman had made a bright start under Tuchel, as he started in five of his first six games in charge. He did not make the starting eleven against Sheffield United, but he was brought on […]

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Thomas Tuchel explains reason behind Callum Hudson-Odoi’s surprise substitution vs Southampton

Thomas Tuchel explains reason behind Callum Hudson-Odoi’s surprise substitution vs Southampton – originally posted on Sportslens.com Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has explained the reason behind Callum Hudson-Odoi’s surprise substitution against Southampton in the Premier League yesterday. The Blues produced a below-par display at St Mary’s and they trailed at the break after a goal from […]

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Early Loser: One step forward and two back for Hudson-Odoi

Callum Hudson Odoi and Tammy Abraham could have their work cut out if they want to remain regular members of Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI at Chelsea after their poor performances in a 1-1 draw against Southampton. Hudson Odoi, the early winner of Tuchel’s short time in charge is this weekend’s early loser. In the first half […]

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Tuchel ‘not happy’ with Hudson-Odoi attitude in Saints draw

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has revealed he was ‘not happy’ with Callum Hudson-Odoi’s attitude in the 1-1 draw at Southampton. The Blues were held at St Mary’s as Southampton successfully ended their six-match losing run. Takumi Minamino put the home side ahead in the 33rd minute. READ: Spurs told to sign ‘world-class’ keeper to replace […]

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