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ByNizaar Kinsella and Sami MokbelBBC Sport47 minutes agoLiam Rosenior’s position as Chelsea head coach is becoming increasingly uncertain following Tuesday’s damaging 3-0 defeat by Brighton.Last week, Rosenior received public and private backing from the club’s hierarchy but on Wednesday none was forthcoming from BBC sources.In addition, a number of players are understood to be unconvinced by the 41-year-old, who moved to Chelsea from their French partner club Strasbourg just over three months ago.While the players have a day off, the club’s leadership are at the training ground.It is understood Rosenior’s position is being discussed internally as part of a range of options after the loss, which further damaged their season aim of Champions League qualification.Chelsea fans turned on Rosenior at the Amex Stadium, while the head coach publicly criticised his players after the loss.He said his his team’s performance in the defeat by Brighton – a fifth successive league loss without scoring which is their worst run for 114 years – was both “indefensible” and “unacceptable”.Chelsea are seventh in the Premier League, five points adrift of a top-five spot and Champions League qualification, with four matches remaining.They face Leeds in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday at 15:00 BST.Furious Rosenior questions Chelsea’s desire14 hours agoCucurella’s barber and the ‘leaked’ Chelsea team news1 hour agoRosenior signed a five-and-a-half-year deal in early January following the departure of Enzo Maresca.Before the Brighton defeat, Rosenior said he felt “100%” support from the club’s ownership.Last week, influential co-owner Behdad Eghbali said the hierarchy remain behind Rosenior, adding: “Of course, it’s a results business, but we think he can be successful long term. The Others Marc One Chelsea Re Chelsea The

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Image source: Getty ImagesByAndrew AloiaBBC Sport East Midlands1 Hour Ago149 CommentsLeicester City supporters gathered outside King Power Stadium on Wednesday to demand change. They were angry at the players who emerged from the stadium, and they wanted the chief football officer Jon Rudkin out of the club. There were also renewed calls for the owner Khun Srivaddhanaprabha, to sell the club. Khun Top, as well as manager Gary Rowett, listened to what some fans had to say. The owner also issued a statement external saying there were “no excuses” for dropping to the third tier a decade after the 5,000-1 Premier League title win and just five years after lifting FA Cup. “We have experienced both the highest highs and the lowest lows. The pain is shared amongst us all. “I am deeply sorry for the disappointment that we have caused. “I understand how strongly our fans feel, and we don’t take their support for granted at times like this. They were relegated after 12 games. They were relegated within 12 games. Rowett, who succeeded Marti Cifuentes in February, had 14 games to save the club from the drop. Rowett said that in order to bounce back quickly from a relegation, any club would need to learn lessons and ensure they don’t repeat the same mistakes. “I am not saying that I have received any assurances – this is not my responsibility. It’s up to the club to decide what they do. Here is my opinion on how decisive you may need to be to ensure you hit the ground with next season. The club will have to make financial cuts of tens of millions, but some players will also need to move on. Ricardo Pereira is out of contract this summer, as are Patson Daka, Jordan Ayew, and Jannik Vestergaard, who are on loan at Monaco. Rowett said that there would be a “natural freshening up” of the team. “At every club in the country, whether you’re relegated, or not, a few players will feel that a new start would benefit them, and maybe even the club. I won’t go into the semantics about which players they are. “‘Leicester was everyone’s second team'[embedded contents]Rowett spoke before a group of media in a room where the voices of fans outside the stadium could be heard. “It is a wonderful football team, it’s such a shame to look at where they are,” said Holden. “They were everyone’s second favorite team 10 years ago, when they won the Premier League. It’s so sad to see them drop off.” “Supporters must be frustrated. I’m sure they have gone through a lot. “Rowett said that he “understands the frustration” of the fans. He added that it is “incredibly extreme”, to have won the Premier League ten years ago, and then “have this low”. Rowett told BBC Sport that “it absolutely hurts”. “It is a nice story because it’s the Premier League but I don’t believe that it resonates more than anyone else being relegated into League One. “Of course, it’s a larger story and it’s sure to get more coverage. But ultimately, the pain for any fan who gets relegated will probably be quite similar. “Related topicsLeicester CityChampionshipFootballMore on this storyLatest Leicester news, analysis and fan viewsListen to Leicester City content on BBC Sounds

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Image They have the Premier League experience that has proved so successful this term through the arrivals of Matheus Cunha from Wolves and Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford.However, doubts have been cast over Wharton’s suitability as his playing profile is similar to that of Kobbie Mainoo, who is close to agreeing terms over a lucrative contract extension.United are also looking overseas and, among a number of players, Tchouameni is one of those on their radar.The 26-year-old’s contract is not due to expire until 2028 and Real are reportedly keen on extending that.However, in what promises to be a summer of change at the Bernabeu following a disappointing campaign that looks certain to see them end without a trophy, they could be open to a sizeable offer.United were interested in Tchouameni when he left Monaco in 2022, but the player opted to join Real, where he has become one of the most effective midfield players in the world.Chelsea’s unexpected collapse has allowed Michael Carrick’s side to move to the brink of Champions League qualification.Victory over Brentford at Old Trafford on Monday would leave United needing one positive result from their remaining four games to seal a return to Europe’s elite club competition after a two-year absence.With two high earners departing in Casemiro and Jadon Sancho, there will be space on United’s wage bill even if it is not yet clear if Barcelona will take up their option to sign Marcus Rashford for 30m euros (PS26.1m) before the 15 June deadline.Related topicsManchester UnitedReal MadridFootballMore on this storyLatest Manchester United news, analysis and fan viewsAsk about Man Utd – what do you want to know?

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ByNizaar KinsellaFootball Reporter21 April 2026 23:12 BST309 commentsUpdated 32 mins agoChelsea’s head coach Liam Rosenior described his team’s performance as “indefensible”, “unacceptable”, and “indefensible”. This was a worrying performance, and a further drop in performance, given that Chelsea didn’t mount a shot at goal until the forty-fifth minute, and were error prone defensively. Chelsea’s five-game run without a goal is their worst since 1912. Rosenior said, “It was unacceptable from every angle, unacceptable with our attitude.” I keep coming out to defend the players. “That performance tonight is indefensible. The way we conceded the goals, the number of duels we lost, and the lack of energy in the team. Something drastic needs to happen right now. “I believe the players should also take a good look at themselves. You can talk about the basics, but tactics are after that. You can talk about tactics, but you should first learn the basics. This was a poor performance tonight. It was in front of influential coowner Behdad eghbali, and the club’s sports directors on the South Coast, where Rosenior started his coaching career. The Englishman’s future in the dugout will be questioned, and he has one last chance to save his season in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Leeds at Wembley. Chelsea’s Champions League dreams are in tatters, seven points behind the fifth-placed Liverpool and having played one more game. There are questions over whether the head coach, players or fans are on the right page. Rosenior’s remarkable interviews – the best quotes “I don’t think there’s any disconnect between me and the team. “We work closely with them during training, individual meetings and team meeting. We give everything to the players. “There’s a lack in spirit and lack of belief which can create this perception. I cannot argue with this at the moment, because the run that we’re on and the performance that was also unacceptable. “I’m emotional and it’s only a few days after the game, but that performance was unacceptable. We lost 80% duels and did not win a single head-to-head. “Tonight wasn’t [about] tactics. I didn’t see enough courage, spirit, or desire tonight. “It’s accountability. I have defended players when it was the right thing to do, but I cannot defend this performance. It doesn’t reflect the football club or anything I ask of the group. This has to change. “I feel numb I’m so angry. Immediately, something must change. The professionalism was lacking”We need a look in the mirror. I need to look at myself in the mirror. Three or four players were lacking in the general attitude, spirit and determination. This is not enough for this team. “Whether you play at this elite club or any other football club, being accused of throwing in the towel is unacceptable. All I have to say is that. I’m hurting. “We’ll do all we can to turn things around. We need to make the best decisions for the team before a big game on Sunday. “How bad is it for Chelsea?Image source, Getty ImagesChelsea have lost five successive league games without scoring for the first time since November 1912Their overall five-game losing streak is their longest in the Premier League since November 1993 Across each team’s past nine games in the Premier League, only Tottenham (2) have won fewer points than Chelsea’s fiveChelsea have just one win from their past nine matchesThe Blues are now without a clean sheet in any of their past 12 Premier League games – it is only the second time the Blues have had as long a run in the competition.Chelsea’s xG in the first half against Brighton (0.04) was lower than they had in any of Enzo Maresca’s 114 halves of Premier League football as Chelsea boss. This was also the longest time they had gone before taking their first shot in a Premier League match this season (41st minutes).Only West Ham (15), have conceded more [embedded content]What information do we collect from this quiz?For much of the match, supporters directed their frustration towards the hierarchy, while also chanting for former owner Roman Abramovich.Such song have been a recurring feature of Chelsea’s away support over the past 18 months and are increasingly being heard at Stamford Bridge.However, this was the first occasion on which Rosenior himself became the target of supporter anger, amid a growing sense that a sixth managerial change under the Clearlake Capital and Todd Boehly ownership group may be approaching.Chelsea’s stance has been that they will back Rosenior into next season with the intention to reserve judgement until the end of the next campaign.The hierarchy increasingly accept they have made multiple managerial mistakes and are searching for stability.In a rare interview earlier this month, influential co-owner Eghbali said: “I think we’re behind Liam. It’s a business of results, but we believe he can succeed long-term. “However, the situation has worsened and the fans have turned against Rosenior, making it more difficult to make the decision to keep Rosenior rather than make As head coach and manager, the buck ends with me. I am a tough guy and I can understand the fans’ feelings. “I’m frustrated by the performances we’re putting on and I need to keep working with the staff and players. I need to look at the way we play games, who we select, and who I can rely on in difficult situations, because today, not enough players showed me that. “‘Painful and ‘disgusting,’ what you saidSteve: Will Rosenior make it to the end? If they lose the FA Cup to Leeds at the weekend, they might be gone sooner. Stuart, London: Bring an interim manager in, the season is done. Cannot see this Chelsea side beating Leeds at the weekends.June, Northern Ireland, Has that taxi arrived for Rosenior.Trevor, Essex, Disgusting! Wearing a World Champions badge in gold! A blue Peter badge is too good for them right now! Tim, Penzance : This is painful as a Chelsea supporter. No Chelsea player is showing any hunger on the pitch. Clearlake needs to go, this is worse than in the 80’s.Related TopicsChelseaPremier LeagueFootballMore about

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Brighton beat Chelsea and heap more pressure RoseniorThis is not available in the location you selected. There was an errorBrighton heap even more pressure on Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior with a 3-0 win. Goals from Ferdikadioglu (pictured), Jack Hinshelwood, and Danny Welbeck were enough to secure victory. Premier League36 minutes agoShare this pageAbout sharing