UEFA Europa League News

'Unpleasantly surprised' - Azerbaijan FA fires back at Klopp

Fans of Chelsea and Arsenal face a near 6,000-mile round trip from London to watch the final of UEFA's second tier competition in Azerbaijan

Chelsea must respect Hazard decision to leave - Azpilicueta

As the Stamford Bridge outfit chase Europa League final success against Arsenal, the game is likely to be a farewell performance from their star man

Mkhitaryan's Europa League final presence unclear

The Gunners boss does not know if "political issues" will prevent him from selecting the Armenian, while he has questioned Baku as a host city

Harry West

Arsenal ace Aubameyang proves his class with Golden Boot win

The striker scored another two goals as Arsenal beat Burnley 3-1, meaning he finished top scorer in the Premier League in the process

Peter Staunton

Xhaka 'proud' to get his shot at Arsenal history

The Gunners will play Chelsea in the Europa League final in Baku on May 29 and the midfielder is aiming to make history for his club

Charles Watts

Hazard wins hat-trick of Chelsea awards

The Belgian broke Blues records by claiming a host of end-of-season accolades

Sean Wilson

Emerson: Chelsea have achieved goals

The Blues defender believes he and his team-mates have produced a better campaign than many have given them credit for

Sean Wilson

UEFA defends EL final ticket plans

Chelsea and Arsenal fans will receive 6,000 tickets each for the Europa League final in Baku, something the federation says is "responsible"

Patric Ridge

'Nobody can resist Real Madrid' - Gullit hopes Hazard stays at Chelsea

The 28-year-old is still being heavily linked with a move to the Spanish capital, but the former Blues star hopes he stays for a bit longer

Rezzan Yetis

My Chelsea future will be decided in next five days - David Luiz

The Brazil international is out of contract at the end of the season and recently met with club officials regarding a potential new deal

Nizaar Kinsella

'That's why Arsenal got Emery' - Lacazette hails Gunners boss

The Spaniard steered his side past Valencia to set-up a meeting with Chelsea in Baku and the French striker is anticipating an exciting contest

Charles Watts

We are so proud of Aubameyang - Monreal

The Gunners' defender was delighted with the contribution of his team's strikers in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final in Valencia.

Dan Sheridan

'Aubameyang Arsenal's closest thing to Henry'

The Gabonese striker has fired the Gunners into the Europa League final and is considered to be following in some illustrious striking footsteps

Chris Burton

Monreal: ‘We’re so proud of Aubameyang’

The Gabon striker was in irresistible form at the Mestalla, helping the Gunners recover from an underwhelming start

Tolu Olasoji

Emery hails ‘amazing’ commitment from Aubameyang, Lacazette

The strike duo have been the Gunners' major outlet for goals, scoring the club's last eight in the competition

Tolu Olasoji

Europa League 2019 final: Tickets, costs & all you need to know

All the information that fans of Arsenal and Chelsea need to know for planning their trips to the capital of Azerbaijan

Robin Bairner

Chelsea set up Europa final v Arsenal

Chelsea beat Eintracht Frankfurt on penalties to set up an all-English Europa League final

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Superstitious Sarri couldn't watch Chelsea's penalties

Maurizio Sarri admitted he couldn't watch the last two penalties.

Willian hoping for Hazard stay amid links to Madrid

The Brazilian hopes to see the back at Stamford Bridge next season, though the winger has been linked with a move to the Spanish giants

Sacha Pisani

Sarri explains not watching Chelsea penalties

The Premier League side's boss couldn't stand to have his eyes on the action as the club faced the pressure of penalties

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Emery proud of Arsenal character

The Gunners have adopted a "strong stance" on their continental ambitions, their proud manager said after seeing off Valencia's challenge

Matt Dorman

Kepa happy to earn penalty redemption

Martin Hinteregger and Goncalo Paciencia were denied by the goalkeeper, who defied his manager at Wembley during a shootout earlier this season

Jamie Smith

Iwobi & Elneny praise Arsenal’s 'top performance'

The Gunners answered critics with a towering performance to set up a final showdown with Chelsea in Baku

Shina Oludare

Hazard still unsure of Blues future

The Belgium star may have played for the last time at Stamford Bridge, as he remained non-committal over his Chelsea future.

Jamie Smith

Cech confirms he will retire after Europa League final

The veteran goalkeeper could sign off on his trophy-laden career against none other than his former employers and the Gunners' London rivals

Jamie Smith

Two finals, but doubts remain over Sarri

The Blues limped past the energetic German side, but the outcome is a great one as they aim for a second title in the Europa League

Nizaar Kinsella

Aubameyang’s hat-trick sends Arsenal into Europa League final

The Gabonese forward played a starring role with his goals to help the Gunners advance to the final of the European tournament

Taiye Taiwo

Lacazette hails 'incredible' hat-trick hero Aubameyang

The Arsenal forwards discussed their mutual admiration after each scored to see the Gunners through to final in Baku at the end of May

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Auba's Mestalla masterclass keeps Arsenal's season alive

The Gunners booked their spot in the Europa League final with a 4-2 second leg win against Valencia on Thursday

Charles Watts

'Emery sent Valencia star to sleep during tactical meeting'

Ahead of a Europa League showdown with Arsenal, the Spanish midfielder praised his former boss before offering an insight into his managerial approach

James Westwood

How many Premier League teams can play in the UCL?

A minimum of four Premier League teams play in the Champions League each season, but that can increase

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Leno finding Europa League bench role 'difficult'

The Gunners take on Valencia in the Europa League semi-final on Thursday night, with Unai Emery again expected to start with Petr Cech

Charles Watts

Sarri wants two signings despite transfer ban

The Blues are planning to take their appeal against FIFA sanctions to the Court of Arbitration for Sport and are hoping to be in a position to add

Chris Burton

Sign him up! Chelsea leader Luiz deserves new deal

The defender's future is still in doubt amid prolonged talks over a renewal but the Brazilian remains a hugely important figure on and off the field

Nizaar Kinsella

Don't blow this, Arsenal! EL key after top-four failure

The Gunners take a 3-1 lead into the second leg of their semi-final tie with Valencia and simply cannot afford to suffer another away-day debacle

Charles Watts

Cech: Chelsea-Arsenal Europa League final may be too much

A European final against the Blues could be the Legendary keeper's final match as a player and he acknowledged it may be difficult emotionally

Ryan Benson

Champions League 2019: Has one country had all the European finalists before?

Teams from England, Spain, Italy and Germany have enjoyed spells of dominance in UEFA's flagship club competitions

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Emery: Arsenal must play like supporters vs Valencia

The Gunners hold a 3-1 lead heading into the second leg at the Mestalla but the coach wants his team to remain focused and book a place in the final

Jamie Smith

Has one country ever had all the European finalists?

Teams from England, Spain, Italy and Germany have enjoyed spells of dominance in UEFA's flagship club competitions

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Sarri: Kante could be fit for Europa League final

The France international limped off with a hamstring injury against Watford on Sunday, putting him in doubt for the rest of the season

Tom Storer

Sarri: My target is a long stay in England

The Italian club are said to be interested in the manager, but he wants to stay in the Premier League - either at Chelsea or elsewhere

Ben Spratt

Sarri to be offered Roma job after Conte snubs offer

The Blues boss has achieved his club's minimum aim this season but he is still being offered the chance to return to his home country

Nizaar Kinsella

Ramsey used Fabregas & Rosicky as role models

The Wales international midfielder is heading to Juventus, with a collection of talented former Gunners team-mates having helped him get to the top

Chris Burton

'Arsenal should be happy with good season'

The former Gunners midfielder, who is now with West Ham, believes progress has been made in the Premier League and in Europe under Unai Emery

Chris Burton

Kante: Don't blame Sarri for my injury

The France international has called on his side to produce a great finish, but he admits that it has been a season of struggle for the squad

Nizaar Kinsella

The fall of a football empire: Are Man Utd the new Liverpool?

United's latest failure to reach the Champions League underlines how far they have fallen, and it is a path their arch-rivals have trodden in the past

Kris Voakes

Emery admits Arsenal lag behind Liverpool & Man City

Arsenal's hopes of qualifying for the Champions League via the Premier League are almost over, with Unai Emery expecting better.

Jamie Smith

Emery: Focus is on Valencia following Premier League setback

The Gunners hopes of qualifying for the Champions League via the league are almost over, with the manager expecting better

Jamie Smith

Leverkusen set Bundesliga record as Frankfurt rest Jovic

Adi Hutter's decision to name the forward on the bench backfired as his side missed the opportunity to all-but secure Champions League qualification

Jamie Smith

Xhaka: Emery's Europa League past is not important

The Arsenal boss won the competition three seasons in a row while in charge of Sevilla and has led the Gunners to the semi-finals this term

Charles Watts

Marcelino: Aubameyang can punish us

Both strikers combined to punish his side 3-1 at the Emirates in Thursday's Europa League semi-final first leg

Tolu Olasoji

Arsenal & Valencia working to identify Nazi salute fans

Visiting fans were filmed performing racist motions during the Gunners' 3-1 Europa League win

Robert O'Connor

Azpilicueta backs 'very important' Jorginho

The Blues vice-captain has defended the midfielder who has often been the target of supporter unrest in his first season in England

Nizaar Kinsella

'We're not robots' - Sokratis fires back at Arsenal critics

The Gunners beat Valencia in 3-1 in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final and the Greek is fully supportive of his manager's methods

Charles Watts

Aubameyang: We learnt from last season

The striker struck a superb volley to hand the Gunners a two-goal advantage ahead of their visit to Spain next week

Tolu Olasoji

Cech: Arsenal relying on Aubameyang's goals

The duo produced three goals between themselves to help the Gunners have an advantage in their semi-final against the Spanish opposition

Tolu Olasoji

'Hazard will be used properly by Real Madrid'

The former Blues player and manager cannot understand why the Belgian forward is being benched and not used in a system which plays to his strengths

Chris Burton

Loftus-Cheek delivers masterclass as Hazard stand-in

The Blues midfielder is thriving in Europe and stood up as the Belgian was rested, delivering exciting attacking play in his absence

Nizaar Kinsella

Hazard can't play 75 matches in a season - Sarri

Maurizio Sarri explained Eden Hazard's place on the bench against Eintracht Frankfurt by saying the Belgian needed to rest.

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Sarri explains not starting Hazard

The Belgian was left on the bench for the first hour of Chelsea's 1-1 draw at Eintracht Frankfurt due to concerns over his workload

Dom Farrell

Marcelino: We can hurt Arsenal at Mestalla

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang struck late to earn the Gunners a 3-1 first-leg win, but the Spanish side's boss is not giving up

Jamie Smith

Eintracht missed Rebic - Hutter

The Croatian sat out the first leg of the Europa League semi-final and his manager rued his absence

Jamie Smith

We deserved to win and I want to win the final - Sarri

The Blues boss feels his side should have won the game in Germany and has his sights set on silverware this season

Sean Wilson

‘Jorginho is important for us to control the game’

The Italy international has come under fire in his debut season with the Blues but earned plaudits from his team-mates in their Europa League draw

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It's still 50-50 - Emery prepared for 'very difficult' second leg

Despite his side taking a 3-1 win on Thursday, the manager knows the job is far from done against the Spanish side

Sean Wilson

Auba: Arsenal 'will do everything' to win Europa League

The Gabon forward believes the Gunners can earn a place in Europe's premier club competition and lift a trophy along the way

Sean Wilson

Lethal Lacazette leading Arsenal back to the UCL

The France international striker scored twice before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang added a crucial third against Valencia on Thursday evening

Charles Watts

'Arsenal won't sign world class players'

The former Gunners striker is hoping to see funds made available this summer, but does not expect a Spanish coach to go in pursuit of "star names"

Chris Burton

Has hapless Higuain blown last chance of Chelsea move?

The Blues striker has struggled since arriving in January and his most recent display at Man Utd has lowered his chances of a permanent move

Nizaar Kinsella

'Chelsea will fear Frankfurt... they have everything to lose!'

The former Eagles forward thinks his old club will cause plenty of problems for the Blues thanks to their powerful frontline and attacking style

Ronan Murphy

Azpilicueta hopes to see Casillas back soon

The defender was shocked by news of the goalkeeper's heart attack and wished his fellow Spaniard a speedy recovery

Dom Farrell

Sarri worried by Chelsea injuries

The Blues will be forced to field a relatively untested pair at centre-back for their European clash on Thursday due to injuries

Dom Farrell

Emery wants to make 'new history' with Arsenal

Having won the Europa League three times as head coach of Sevilla, the Gunners boss is looking to start a new chapter in London

Stephen Creek

Ramsey's Arsenal career over

The midfielder is suffering with a hamstring problem that will bring his season to a premature end, with the Welshman joining Juventus in the summer

Stephen Darwin

Ramsey ruled out of Valencia clash

While it is not known if he has played his last match for the Gunners, the Welshman will certainly not be fit to face the Spanish outfit on Thursday

Joe Wright

Gabriel: I deserved more at Arsenal

The Brazilian, now of Valencia, is relishing showing the Gunners what they are missing in the Europa League semi-finals

Joe Wright

Injured Rudiger to miss Chelsea run-in

The Blues have been dealt a blow with the loss of an automatic starter to their defence after he was hurt against Manchester United

Nizaar Kinsella

Rudiger likely to miss Frankfurt clash

The defender had only just recovered from a knock that kept him out for two weeks

Jamie Smith

Ramsey's out: Time for Ozil to show he's worth £350K a week

The Welshman picked up an injury against Napoli on Thursday, meaning the pressure is on his likely replacement to deliver against Crystal Palace

Charles Watts

Emery: Ramsey could return in two weeks

There were fears the midfielder may have played his last match for Arsenal, but the manager said that is not the case

Jamie Smith

Lacazette ‘could be happier’ at Arsenal

The France international striker is enjoying domestic and European challenges, but concedes things could be even better for him and the Gunners

Chris Burton

Kante: Chelsea need Europa League triumph

The Blues midfielder is keen to add more silverware to his collection, with Maurizio Sarri's side into the semi-finals of European competition

Nizaar Kinsella

'Emery has Arsenal enjoying remarkable season'

The former Gunners midfielder admits that he did not expect a Spanish coach to be in contention of a top-four finish and Europa League glory

Chris Burton

'Angry' Napoli keen to show 'true quality' vs. Arsenal

The Senegal defender scored an own goal in the first leg, but he and his teammates are keen to flip the script in Italy

Tolu Olasoji

Giroud to see Chelsea extension triggered

The France international has claimed to be unsure as to what his future will hold, but Maurizio Sarri says he will be staying at Stamford Bridge

Chris Burton

'Brave' Emery hailed for Arsenal selection call

The Gunners are into the semi-finals of continental competition after choosing to go with two strikers away at Napoli and claiming a vital 1-0 win

Chris Burton

Ancelotti backs Napoli squad after Arsenal defeat

The Italian giants made a disappointing European exit on Thursday night, but the 59-year-old coach has defended his players

Dejan Kalinic

'Everyone knows how to handle Hazard apart from Sarri'

The former Blues player and manager is bemused as to why an Italian coach has continued to use his most valuable asset as a striker this season

Chris Burton

Ramsey a doubt for remainder of Arsenal season - Emery

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says Aaron Ramsey is a doubt for the remainder of their season after the Welshman was injured in the UEFA Europa League qua

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We need to focus on Eintracht - Kante

N'Golo Kante says that Chelsea's target is to win the Europa League and to do that they need to focus on their match against Eintracht.

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Sarri unhappy Napoli won't be in Europa League final

Maurizio Sarri says he is not happy to hear that Napoli are out of the Europa League as he wanted them in the final with Chelsea

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Koulibaly not drawn on Man Utd rumours

Linked with a move to the Red Devils, the defender's focus is on the end of the season

Dejan Kalinic

Lage bemused by touchline dismissal

Eintracht Frankfurt were aided by an officiating error in a Europa League quarter-final win that left the opposing manager bewildered

Matt Dorman

Marcelino: Arsenal are favourites

Valencia progressed to the Europa League semi-finals by beating Villarreal on Thursday, setting up a clash with the Gunners

Patric Ridge

Mertens: Arsenal not much stronger than Napoli

The Belgium forward has defended his team's performance in their Europa League defeat to the Gunners

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Sarri hopeful on Hazard injury

The midfielder sustained a knock in Chelsea's Europa League win over Slavia Prague, but the manager is hopeful on his star man's fitness

Patric Ridge

Azpilicueta: That was not the way we want to win

The defender felt a poor second half continued a worrying trend but hopes his side can carry on to lift the crown in May

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Giroud: Chelsea dropped intensity

The Blues progressed past Slavia Prague on Thursday, but the striker questioned their second-half display

Ryan Benson

Koscielny: Every game from now on is a final

The Gunners continued their fine European run - but the France defender has urged his teammates to move on quickly

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Conte eyes fresh 'project' as he nears coaching return

The former Chelsea boss is nearing his return to football having been out of management for nearly a year

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Chelsea set English record for victories in Europe

The Blues have dropped failed to win just once in their Europa League campaign this season and have already set a record in the process

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Europa League 2018-19 Quarterfinals: Schedule, results, scores, TV stream in Canada

The knockout phase of the 2018-19 UEFA Europa League resumes.

S News Canada

Man Utd target Koulibaly reiterates commitment to Napoli

The 27-year-old defender disclosed his priorities before considering an exit from the Stadio San Paolo

Gbenga Adewoye

Lacazette silences Naples but Ramsey facing Arsenal heartache

The Gunners booked their spot in the Europa League semi-finals with a 1-0 win against Napoli, but lost their departing midfielder to injury

Charles Watts

Arsenal career over? Ramsey suffers hamstring injury

The Wales midfielder was replaced midway through the first half with the game scoreless after extending for the ball in a challenge

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'For all Ozil's faults, he's still a match-winner'

The former Arsenal midfielder believes Unai Emery should be favouring German creativity over Armenian flair in a crunch Europa League tie with Napoli

Chris Burton

Hazard placed above Drogba & Zola on Chelsea list

One of the Blues' most successful foreign imports considers the Belgian star to be the best that the club has ever acquired from abroad

Chris Burton

Why Arsenal may be better off ignoring Umtiti for Mavropanos

The Gunners have been linked with a move for Barcelona centre back Samuel Umtiti - but do they already possess the solution to their defensive issues?

Charles Watts

Cheryshev's father not ruling out Real Madrid return

The midfielder was a star at the World Cup last summer and has overcome his injury struggles to put together a solid campaign in La Liga

Naim Beneddra

Emery applauds Sokratis adaptation

The Greek centre-back has enjoyed a strong debut season with the Gunners and his manager will be relying on him in Naples

Ryan Benson

Ancelotti: Napoli can come back against Arsenal

The Italian is confident his side can overturn a 2-0 deficit and eliminate Arsenal from the Europa League quarter-finals

Tom Webber

Elneny expects Napoli to fight back

The Gunners claimed a comfortable first-leg advantage at the Emirates Stadium but the Egypt international is anticipating a tougher duel in Italy

Gbenga Adewoye

Frankfurt sign Barca & Madrid target Jovic on permanent deal

The youngster has committed his future to the German club but may still move elsewhere come the summer transfer window

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Mertesacker backs Arsenal to lift Europa League

The club's former defender has been impressed with their performances in Europe this term ahead of their quarter-final second leg against Napoli

Jochen Tittmar

Aubameyang shares reservation on Emery's tactics

The Spaniard has tinkered his attacking plan a lot this season, but his 18-goal striker holds a different view

Tolu Olasoji

Aubameyang jokes he's afraid to tell Emery to play two up front

Despite scoring on Monday night, the Gabon international believes Arsenal are a better team when both him and his strike partner are on the pitch

Will Kent

Aubameyang sets sights on Watford game

After clinching a comfortable win against the Parthenopeans, the Gunners will next take on the Hornets on Monday

Gbenga Adewoye

Explained: Premier League's Champions League & Europa League spots

Goal takes a look at how the European places are divided out in England and the different scenarios that force change

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'I'm not scared' - Auba out to silence doubters in Naples

The Gunners will head to Napoli with a 2-0 lead following their Europa League quarter-final first leg victory at the Emirates Stadium

Charles Watts

Aubameyang demands end to 'painful' racist abuse

The Gunners forward says the number of recent incidents is 'not good' for English football

Charles Watts

Ramsey's long goodbye at Arsenal gets more painful by the week

The Welshman will join Juventus on a free transfer this summer and his fine form of late is only going to make his departure even harder to take

Charles Watts

Koulibaly backs Napoli to overturn two-goal deficit

The Italian visitors were outshone by the Gunners at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday which leaves their European dreams in jeopardy

Taiye Taiwo

Azpilicueta: Chelsea know how to end Liverpool's title dreams

The Blues defender feels that his side have historically done well against the title contenders and hopes to hurt their dreams of glory once again

Nizaar Kinsella

Arsenal investigate alleged Koulibaly racist abuse

The Gunners say any fan using racist language is "not welcome" and that they will be banned from matches

Charles Watts

Giroud backs Salah after 'bomber' chants

The Liverpool forward was the target of discriminatory chants from a group of Blues fans, with a French striker quick to condemn those involved

Dom Farrell

'Ozil exit would be preferable to Ramsey'

The former Gunners defender admits he would have rather seen a World Cup-winning playmaker depart this summer than a Wales international midfielder

Chris Burton

Emery hails 'awesome' Ramsey after Arsenal conquer Napoli

The Welshman's performance against the Italian giants in the Europa League drew strong praise from the Gunners boss post match

Sacha Pisani

Racism in football: Incidents & punishments

Figures within the sport have been vocal in their condemnation of discriminatory behaviour, but how exactly is it being dealt with?

Ryan Kelly

Emery hails 'awesome' Ramsey performance

Unai Emery was full of praise for Aaron Ramsey after his goal in Arsenal's win over Napoli.

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Insigne: Arsenal loss one of our worst performances

Serie A team must overturn a 2-0 deficit against Arsenal in the Europa League, with forward critical of his side's display

Jamie Smith

Ancelotti 'totally confident' of Napoli comeback

The Italian believes home advantage will help them overturn the deficit from a difficult evening at the Emirates

Jamie Smith

Sarri hails Chelsea's fight in difficult win

An 86th minute Marcos Alonso header gave the Blues an advantage going into the second leg at Stamford Bridge

Ben Spratt

Ramsey pledges away improvement

The Gunners have only won twice on their travels since November but Aaron Ramsey vowed his side will right that wrong before the end of the season

Jamie Smith

Koulibaly scores own goal as Arsenal defeat Napoli

The Italians have their work cut out for them ahead of the second leg, with the Gunners holding a two-goal advantage

Tolu Olasoji

Torreira masterclass shows Napoli what might have been

The Gunners midfielder - who the Italian outfit tried to sign last summer - was on top form as Unai Emery's side sealed victory at the Emirates

Charles Watts

Teen sensation Felix makes European history with hat-trick

The 19-year-old, who has been linked with some of Europe's top sides, netted three times in Thursday's quarter-final first leg in Lisbon

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'An embarrassment' -Chelsea condemn fans over racist Salah chants

Blues supporters have once again caused controversy as footage of them singing offensive songs in Prague was circulated online

Nizaar Kinsella

'Hazard hope but Madrid difficult to turn down'

The former Blues star feels a rumoured Blancos target could be tempted to stay if Maurizio Sarri's side qualify for the Champions League

Liam Blackburn

'Phenomenal achievement if Arsenal win Europa League'

The former Gunners goalkeeper believes a continental trophy in his first season at the club would be reflect very positively on a Spanish coach

Liam Blackburn

Milik not expecting Arsenal to underestimate him

The Polish forward is fit and firing ahead of the Europa League clash with the Gunners, although there was a time he feared for his career

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Arsenal must unleash Ozil, Auba, Lacazette & Ramsey on Napoli

The Gunners host Napoli in the Europa League quarter-final first leg on Thursday night with goals on the agenda for Unai Emery

Charles Watts

'Juve's football isn't beautiful but it's effective'

The Turin giants are on the verge of a record eighth straight Scudetto and could be crowned Italian champions as early as this weekend

Kerry Hau

The Xavi-loving Napoli star Arsenal must stop

The €30 million signing from Betis has been one of the revelations of the Serie A season and should show exactly why at the Emirates on Thursday

Mark Doyle

The wondergoal wonderkid: Stoch relishing Chelsea test

The Slavia Prague winger is coming up against his former club and is confident that they can produce another upset having already knocked out Sevilla

Nizaar Kinsella

Can Lacazette get past Koulibaly

The Arsenal forward has been in great form this season, but will he be able to replicate it against one of the best defenders in Europe?

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Nelson airs Arsenal ambition ahead of return

The teenage forward has enjoyed a productive, if slightly testing at times, loan spell at Hoffenheim and feels ready to make his mark with the Gunners

Chris Burton

Christensen: I want to be the best in the world at Chelsea

The defender says he is determined to fight for more regular minutes under Maurizio Sarri

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Sarri: Drinkwater won't ever be in my Chelsea plans

The manager says the midfielder should leave the club in search of playing time and even turned down the chance to depart in August

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Lacazette: Ozil still a leader despite coat incident

The Gunners striker is backing his team-mate despite an unseemly moment in the match against Everton at the weekend

Jamie Smith

Aubameyang set to start for Arsenal against Napoli

The former Dortmund striker has been named on the bench for the Gunners' last two games although is now set to be restored to the starting XI

Jamie Smith

AC Milan facing new FFP probe

The Serie A club's finances are set to be examined amid suggestions they have broken rules

Jamie Smith

Arsenal legend pleads for Aubameyang & Lacazette combo

Both players have scored a total of 37 goals this season and the 57-year-old has urged Emery to unleash them against the Parthenopeans

Gbenga Adewoye

'The mould has to break' - Chelsea urged against trigger-happy sackings

The one-time Blues shot-stopper believes that the club need to give head coaches more time if they are going to be successful in the long-term

Sean Wilson

How many PL teams are allowed in CL 2019-20?

The team that finishes in fourth place could be in for an unwelcome surprise if certain conditions are met

Robin Bairner

Former Milan director Mirabelli admits Aubameyang’s regret

The Gabon international joined the Gunners in January 2018 after failing to reach a concrete agreement with the San Siro outfit

Gbenga Adewoye

Sarri ready to make changes for Europa League and Liverpool

Maurizio Sarri will make changes to his Europa League starting 11 ahead of a trip to Anfield to face Liverpool

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Hudson-Odoi in awe of Hazard's jaw-dropping performance

The winger says he could not believe his team-mate's effort on Tuesday

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'Arsenal magican Ozil is like Bergkamp'

The former Gunners winger has faith in a player who continues to divide opinion at the Emirates after five years with the club

Slavia Prague hit with stadium closer ahead of Chelsea tie

The Czech club will play the first-leg of the tie against Chelsea with part of their stadium closed after a series of incidents in the previous round

Guy Atkinson

Kiev probe opened over racist abuse of Hudson-Odoi

A complaint lodged by the Blues on the back of a Europa League fixture will be investigated by an inspector from European football's governing body

Liam Blackburn

Banega happy to see Monchi back

The former goalkeeper left for Roma in 2017 but returned this month

Ryan Benson

'Not just flowers' - David Luiz sends warning to Chelsea

The Brazil defender knows what is required to land continental honours and has told the Blues to expect more twists and turns this season

Chris Burton

Azpilicueta: Europa League not only route to Champions League

The Spanish defender insists the Blues can still finish in the Premier League's top four, despite a disappointing defeat at Everton

James Westwood

Hudson-Odoi subjected to racist abuse at Dynamo Kiev

The Blues have released an official statement on Monday substantiating claims of racist shouting directed towards the English winger in Ukraine

James Westwood

Koulibaly anticipates 'very exciting' Arsenal challenge

The Senegal centre-back is ready to return action in the continental competition with fixtures against the Gunners in the last-eight

Taiye Taiwo

Arsenal, beware! ‘Transfer genius’ Monchi a disaster at Roma

After 17 years of relentless success with Sevilla, two horrendous years in Italy have just come to an end for Unai Emery's former sporting director

Ameé Ruszkai

Aubameyang explains Black Panther celebration in Arsenal win

The Gabon star is renowned for making special celebratory moves, and wearing masks has been one of them

Taiye Taiwo

Sevilla president confirms talks wover Monchi return

Despite being heavily linked with Arsenal, the former Roma sporting director may be about to return to his former club in Spain

Ryan Benson

Napoli star Insigne facing race to be fit to face Arsenal

The Italy international forward is hoping to recover from his injury soon enough to play against the Gunners next month

Sean Wilson

'Arsenal cannot afford another first-leg loss against Napoli'

The Bosnia-Herzegovina defender has urged the Gunners to avoid falling behind against the Italian giants in their European quarter-final next month

James Westwood

Barca's scouting mission to watch Jovic

Three members of the Camp Nou hierarchy were in Italy on Thursday to watch the Serbia international score the winning goal against Inter

I Oliva Gispert

'Emery exceeding all post-Wenger expectations'

The Spanish coach was asked to fill some big shoes at Emirates Stadium and is considered to have fared better than anyone could have predicted

Chris Burton

Europa League draw: Arsenal up against Napoli

The Gunners face a tough test against Serie A opposition, while elsewhere there is an all La Liga affair between Valencia and Villarreal

Chris Burton

Arsenal tie with Napoli reversed thanks to Chelsea

Security issues means the London rivals cannot play at home in the Europe on the same day, meaning a change to their quarter-final clash

Ryan Benson

Aubameyang up for Europa League award

The 29-year-old stood out at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday night with a brace and an assist as the Gunners advanced to the next round

Taiye Taiwo

Giroud: I'm not ready to be Chelsea's back-up

The France international is now the top scorer in this season's Europa League but has not started in the Premier League since late December

Nizaar Kinsella

Spalletti: Inter lacked everything in EL loss

Luka Jovic's early goal proved enough for the German side to progress into the Europa League quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over the Serie A club

Patric Ridge

Arsenal's Cech dreams of Europa League title

The Arsenal goalkeeper will hang up his gloves at the end of the season and he is determined to go out with a trophy

Jamie Smith

Emery: Arsenal can do something big

The Gunners followed up beating Manchester United by overcoming their first-leg deficit against Rennes to progress in the competition

Jamie Smith

Europa League 2018-19 Round of 16: Schedule, results, scores, TV stream in Canada

The knockout phase of the 2018-19 UEFA Europa League resumes.

S News Canada

Wakanda Forever! Auba celebrates with Black Panther mask

The striker pulled off another of his masked celebrations as the Gunners cruised into the quarter-finals of the Europa League

Goal

Sarri: Loftus-Cheek will be one of Europe's best

The 23-year-old impressed his coach in his first start since early-January as the Blues sealed their place in the last eight of the Europa League

Goal

When is the Europa League quarterfinal draw?

Goal brings you everything you need to know about the draw for the last eight of Europe's second-tier club competition.

Goal

Pires: Emery is right man for Arsenal

The Spaniard arrived at Emirates Stadium with a big job to do, but the Frenchman thinks he has taken to the challenge well

Ryan Benson

Willian: Hazard's never said anything about Madrid

The Brazilian insists that his team-mate is fully focused on his duties at Stamford Bridge amid ongoing links to Santiago Bernabeu

James Westwood

Comeback is on! Arsenal now one of Europe’s best home teams

The Emirates will give the Gunners a vital edge on Thursday as they look to keep their Europa League campaign alive against Rennes

Josh Thomas

Sarri slams 'disastrous' Dynamo Kiev pitch

The Chelsea boss was far from pleased with conditions ahead of Thursday's Europa League match in Ukraine

Goal

Emery right man for Arsenal job - Mertesacker

The former Gunners centre-back feels the club’s new manager has made an encouraging start to life at the Emirates

Nizaar Kinsella

Icardi & Martinez absence may help Inter - Spalletti

The Italians are without a striker heading into Thursday's second leg against Eintracht Frankfurt, but that could boost their chances of progressing

Jamie Smith

Emery: It's positive that Arsenal are under pressure to beat Rennes

The Gunners boss wants to see his side embrace the challenge of fighting back from 3-1 down in their Europa League tie against the Ligue 1 side

Joe Wright

Koulibaly to miss Napoli's trip to Salzburg

The Senegalese centre-back is set to serve a one-game suspension due to the accumulation of yellow cards

Taiye Taiwo

Pires backing Arsenal to win Europa League

It may look a difficult task on paper, but the Frenchman is backing the Gunners to achieve both their goals for the rest of the campaign

Will Kent

'I’d love Hudson-Odoi to stay at Chelsea'

The Chelsea winger is out-of-contract in 2020 but there remains uncertainty over his future at Stamford Bridge

Nick Howson

Arsenal boosted by Lacazette ban reduction

The Gunners must overturn a 3-1 deficit when they host Rennes, but head coach Unai Emery will have a France international striker available

Jamie Smith

'Arsenal 'really hungry' for Champions League return'

The Gunners are yet to play in the top European stage since their round of 16 exit in the 2015-16 season

Taiye Taiwo

Chelsea need players like Hazard to win trophies - Drogba

Didier Drogba believes Chelsea need players like Eden Hazard to win trophies but said he'd wish the forward luck if he moved to Real Madrid

Goal

Emery wants 'big positive energy' as Arsenal face Man Utd

The Gunners face a potentially make-or-break encounter with their top-four rivals, and the coach has no time for moping after their Rennes setback

Peter Hanson

Cup Winners' Cup: Winners, history & why the tournament ended

As UEFA gets set to reintroduce a third continental tournament, we've taken a look back at UEFA's last third-tier competition

Goal

Sarri admits Loftus-Cheek isn't yet fully fit

The midfielder saw the problem flare up in an FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest in early January

Nizaar Kinsella

Loftus-Cheek: Yoga and physio key to ending injury hell

The Blues midfielder has given an insight into how he is trying to overcome the injury problems that have stunted his development at Stamford Bridge

Nizaar Kinsella

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