Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Interim Chelsea Meets Unbeaten Leeds in FA Cup Semi

4/24/2026

23 3 Full Breakdown

Summary

Chelsea Chase Wembley

Chelsea, under interim coach Calum McFarlane, will meet Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on 26 April 2026.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke says his side are unbeaten in seven games and confident despite the cup.
Chelsea have won one of their last seven matches and have not scored in five league games.
A win would send Chelsea to the final and offer a possible European berth as they risk missing league qualification.

Summary

Chelsea Fires Coach

Chelsea confirmed the dismissal of manager Frank Rosenior, the fifth coach sacked since the 2022 takeover.
The board warned that missing next season’s Champions League would cause a financial hit after billions were spent under the owners.
Chelsea also lost the Club World Cup title it won the previous year, marking a decline in silverware.
The club said it will undertake self-reflection to secure a head-coach appointment and restore stability.

History

Historical Context

Chelsea Football Club underwent significant turmoil following the £4.25 billion takeover by Todd Boehly's consortium on May 30, 2022. The club's instability was marked by the dismissal of multiple coaches, including Thomas Tuchel, and a record £600 million spent on player acquisitions. By finishing 12th in the 2022-23 season, Chelsea faced the risk of missing European competition for the first time since 2016-17.

1 of 3

Chelsea Chase Wembley

Chelsea, under interim coach Calum McFarlane, will meet Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on 26 April 2026.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke says his side are unbeaten in seven games and confident despite the cup.
Chelsea have won one of their last seven matches and have not scored in five league games.
A win would send Chelsea to the final and offer a possible European berth as they risk missing league qualification.

1 / 3