The international fixtures have taken a toll on the squad to face Wolves, with a knock-on effect that brings young players into Carlo Ancelotti's selection.

Injuries and the draining effects of momentous international matches - just two of the reasons why a squad with quality in depth is essential for a push for major honours.

The draw has been made for the Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast and Ghana in the same group.

That's it - the end of internationals for 2009. It's heads down for an assault on four club competitions.

Chelsea Football Club today (Wednesday) announces a partnership with Hawaii's leading youth soccer club Le Jardin Soccer Academy (LJSA).

Stephen Rea, a Chelsea fan of 30-years-standing, has a tale beyond the experience of most ex-pat supporters.

Two more American stars were leading the sides as honorary captains in Maryland on Friday night.

Comedian and actor Will Ferrell was on hand to lead us as honorary captain against Inter on Tuesday, sporting his now famous Chelsea shirt.