Brazil's build-up to the 2026 World Cup has been marked by surprise and disappointment after Chelsea duo Joao Pedro and Estevao Willian were left out of the final squad announced on Monday.
Reece James has admitted Chelsea fell short at Wembley after a 1-0 FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City, calling the result "disappointing" but insisting the performance showed they can compete at the highest level.
Xabi Alonso is set to make a sensational return to the Premier League after agreeing terms to join Chelsea as their new manager.
Manchester City ended their recent FA Cup final frustrations with a narrow 1-0 victory over Chelsea at Wembley Stadium, as Antoine Semenyo's moment of improvisation secured another trophy for Pep Guardiola's side.
Enzo Fernandez is expected to be central to Chelsea's hopes against Manchester City in Saturday's FA Cup final at Wembley, stepping into another big-game moment in a season of highs and lows.
Chelsea coach Calum McFarlane has hailed the return of skipper Reece James, describing him as "one of the most complete footballers in world football" as the team prepare for todays FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.