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Morgan Rogers

Morgan Rogers — Chelsea forward, scored in early-season Premier League matches under manager Xabi Alonso.

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    … Arsenal are keen on Newcastle captain Guimaraes after opting not to match Chelsea's British record £117 million swoop for England forward Morgan Rogers.Guimaraes, 28, scored nine goals and produced eight assists in all competitions for Newcastle last term. …

    Arsenal step up bid to sign Newcastle's Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes
  3. The Standard

    … He joins Xabi Alonso's squad just two days after Chelsea signed fellow veteran Danny Welbeck from Brighton.The Blues spent a British-record £117 million ($157 million) to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa last month and have also landed France defender Maxence Lacroix and Atala …

    Chelsea sign England midfielder Jordan Henderson
  4. Citizen Digital

    … The Blues spent a British-record £117 million ($157 million) to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa last month and have also landed France defender Maxence Lacroix and Atalanta defender Marco Palestra. …

    Chelsea sign England midfielder Jordan Henderson
  5. Citizen Digital

    … On Saturday the Blues confirmed the signing of veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton, following the arrivals of Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix and Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. …

    Barco joins Chelsea rebuild from Strasbourg
  6. Citizen Digital

    … The Blues spent a British record £117 million to sign England forward Morgan Rogers, 24, from Aston Villa in July. …

    Chelsea sign Brighton striker Welbeck
  7. July 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    … "We want to win." Lacroix is the club's latest close-season signing after a British record £117 million swoop for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers and a £47 million move for Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra. …

    Alonso says new Chelsea signing Lacroix has 'winner's mentality'
  9. The Standard

    … Chelsea have made four key summer signings so far as they rebuild -- attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers, winger Geovany Quenda, defender Marco Palestra and striker Emmanuel EmeghaOnly Italy's Palestra, who arrived from Serie A side Atalanta, is on the tour with their World Cup pl …

    'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney with 6-4 win
  10. Citizen Digital

    … He had been linked with a move to Aston Villa, who are looking for new forwards after selling Morgan Rogers to Chelsea. …

    Newcastle winger Barnes signs long-term contract extension
  11. Citizen Digital

    Alonso says 'great signing' Rogers can rejuvenate Chelsea By AFP July 27, 2026 11:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Morgan Rogers #17 of England is challenged by Nicolas Tagliafico #3 of Argentina during t …

    Alonso says 'great signing' Rogers can rejuvenate Chelsea
  12. The Standard

    … They last won the Premier League a decade ago, under Italian manager Antonio Conte.Alonso, who has made a series of pre-season signings headlined by Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, said he liked what he had seen so far. …

    'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney

Today

  1. Henderson scores twice as Chelsea routs Bournemouth 5-1

    Jordan Henderson scored twice for Chelsea in a 5-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, with his first goal coming after 68 seconds. Manager Xabi Alonso praised the 36-year-old's performance, which also included an assist for Morgan Rogers.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

  1. Chelsea defeats Bournemouth 5-1, ends four-match winless run

    Chelsea beat Bournemouth 5-1 in a league match, with Jordan Henderson scoring twice and Joao Pedro netting twice to end the team's four-match winless streak. The victory marks Chelsea's 23rd goal in eight competitions this season.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Cole Palmer extends Chelsea contract to 2034

    Cole Palmer has signed a contract extension with Chelsea, extending his stay at the club until 2034, one year beyond his previous agreement. The 24-year-old England forward said the club is heading in the right direction and expressed his ambition to win major trophies with Chelsea.

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Spain rally past Croatia; Kane equals Shilton record for England

    World champions Spain beat Croatia 2–1 with Mikel Merino scoring twice to extend their unbeaten run to 42 matches and secure a Nations League quarter-final spot. England won 3–0 against Czech Republic, with Harry Kane scoring twice and equalling Peter Shilton's 125-cap national appearance record.

    7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 4 October

  1. England crush Croatia 7-0 in Nations League statement win

    Harry Kane said England's 7-0 rout of Croatia in the Nations League served as a statement of intent to their European rivals. Thomas Tuchel's side ran riot in Rijeka thanks to Kane's double and a brace from Bukayo Saka, with Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers also on target.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Tuchel says England healing from World Cup exit pain

    England head coach Thomas Tuchel said Saturday's 7-0 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League proved the team has healed from their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina in July, when defensive tactics in the closing stages led to two late goals costing them a place in the final.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 3 October

  1. Tuchel praises England's 7-0 rout of Croatia in Nations League

    England demolished Croatia 7-0 in a Nations League match in Rijeka, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scoring twice each and Jude Bellingham adding a goal and three assists. Manager Thomas Tuchel called it a "complete" 90-minute performance at the highest level.

    3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Brentford beats Chelsea 3-0, halts Alonso's promising start

    Brentford defeated Chelsea 3-0 on Friday to expose the Blues' defensive problems, with goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago and Fabio Carvalho. After a promising opening under Xabi Alonso, Chelsea have now picked up just one point from their last three league games.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Chelsea draw with Hull after defensive lapses at Stamford Bridge

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he would welcome a "boring game" after Chelsea conceded twice to draw 2-2 with Hull City on Saturday. Chelsea have conceded nine goals in their four Premier League matches this season, with Alonso's side struggling defensively despite taking an early lead through Morgan Rogers.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Arsenal maintains perfect Premier League start with Sunderland win

    Arsenal won 2-0 over Sunderland to extend their unbeaten Premier League record, opening a three-point lead over Manchester City. Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham all drew at home on the same day, with Hull remaining unbeaten in third place after drawing 2-2 at Stamford Bridge.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Chelsea must tighten defence despite strong scoring, Alonso says

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso acknowledged his team's prolific attacking form — joint-top scorers in the Premier League with eight goals in three matches — but said they need to improve defensively after conceding seven goals in the same period.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Rogers praises Alonso as Chelsea scores heavily in League Cup

    Morgan Rogers said Xabi Alonso has transformed Chelsea into an "exciting" force after their 6-3 win over Leeds in the League Cup third round. Chelsea have scored 16 goals in Alonso's first five matches in charge.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 to end their unbeaten start

    Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 in a London derby at the Emirates Stadium, with Kai Havertz equalizing Morgan Rogers' early goal and Martin Odegaard scoring the winner. The victory ended Chelsea's unbeaten run and demonstrated Arsenal's title credentials as they sit second in the league with three wins from three matches.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1, end rivals' unbeaten run

    Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 at home in a London Premier League derby on Sunday, with Kai Havertz equalising and Martin Odegaard scoring the winner after Morgan Rogers put Chelsea ahead. The victory reinforced Arsenal's title credentials as second-placed contenders and ended Chelsea's three-game winning streak under new manager Xabi Alonso.

    6 September 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Arsenal manager Arteta backs squad despite missing transfer targets

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he is happy with his squad after the Premier League champions failed to sign Morgan Rogers, Vinicius Junior, and Julian Alvarez during the summer transfer window, while losing Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli. Arteta told reporters he loves the players he has and pledged to support them.

    5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Chelsea boss Alonso says club still work in progress

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said the team remains a work in progress after a 4-3 win against Brighton extended his perfect start to three successive wins across the Premier League and League Cup, cautioning that fine form does not mean all problems have been solved.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Chelsea beats Brighton 4-3, extends Alonso's perfect managerial start

    Chelsea won 4-3 against Brighton on Sunday to extend manager Xabi Alonso's perfect start, which now includes two successive Premier League wins and one League Cup victory. Romeo Lavia scored Chelsea's opening goal, with Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro also finding the net, while Cole Palmer and an own goal contributed to the high-scoring result.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Alonso questions Fernandez's Chelsea commitment amid Man City links

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he wants players who "feel a desire" to play for the club after leaving midfielder Enzo Fernandez out of Thursday's League Cup win over Luton. Fernandez has been linked with Manchester City but no club has met Chelsea's £120 million valuation.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Watkins leaves Villa for Saudi Arabia as Jackson arrives

    Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is closing in on a £50 million move to Saudi side Al Hilal and will be replaced by Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson. Manager Unai Emery said Watkins's legacy should remain untarnished despite not playing in last weekend's 4-0 loss to Brighton, citing a disagreement over his availability.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 28 August

  1. Arsenal, Spurs, Liverpool feature in Premier League weekend action

    Arsenal face depleted Aston Villa after several player departures, Tottenham seek returns on their £300 million transfer investment against Newcastle, and new Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola makes his home debut at Anfield against Nottingham Forest, while Manchester United aim to recover from an opening weekend loss as Ipswich visit Old Trafford.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Welbeck scores debut goal as Chelsea beats Luton

    Danny Welbeck netted his first Chelsea goal as the Blues defeated third-tier Luton 2-0 at Stamford Bridge to reach the League Cup third round.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Morgan Rogers scores on Chelsea debut in 3-2 win

    Morgan Rogers marked his competitive debut for Chelsea with a goal in a 3-2 Premier League victory over Fulham on Monday, saying he has more to come after being substituted with about 10 minutes remaining.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Arsenal agree to sign Aston Villa defender Konsa for £50 million

    Arsenal have agreed to sign England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth at least £50 million, after Gunners boss Mikel Arteta returned with an improved offer following an earlier rejected bid. Konsa, 28, recently featured for England at the World Cup and will undergo a medical before completing his move.

    19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Aston Villa signs Japanese keeper Suzuki, Italian defender Ruggeri

    Aston Villa announced the signing of Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, 23, from Parma for up to 35 million euros, and Italian defender Matteo Ruggeri. Suzuki's arrival, following an impressive World Cup showing, may prompt Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to leave the Premier League club.

    19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Nine Premier League clubs debut new managers this season

    Nine Premier League clubs will have new managers when the season starts Friday, marking the most managerial turnover before the start of an English top-flight campaign since 1946/47. Enzo Maresca, Andoni Iraola, and Xabi Alonso face particular scrutiny in high-profile roles at Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 15 August

  1. Fernandez jeered by Chelsea fans in friendly win

    Enzo Fernandez was booed by Chelsea supporters when he came on as a substitute in a 3-1 friendly win over Real Sociedad at Stamford Bridge, after the midfielder previously expressed his desire to leave Chelsea. Chelsea has set a reported asking price of £120 million on Fernandez, who told the club in May he wanted to leave.

    15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Arsenal manager Arteta reassures fans over contract future

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta told reporters he is happy at the club and fans need not worry about his future, despite heading into the final year of his contract. Arteta, who ended Arsenal's 22-year Premier League drought in May, joined the club in 2019 and last renewed his deal in 2024.

    15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Arteta reassures Arsenal fans amid contract uncertainty

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, heading into the final year of his contract, told fans they have no reason to worry about his future, stating he wants to stay and is "extremely happy" at the club. Arteta ended Arsenal's 22-year wait for a Premier League title in May, and he last agreed a new contract in 2024.

    15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 7 August

  1. Kompany believes new Bayern signings can win Champions League

    Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said he hopes new signings can help the club win the Champions League for the first time since 2020, after the club won the league and cup double last season but lost to Paris Saint-Germain 6-5 on aggregate in the semi-finals.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Arsenal intensifies efforts to sign Newcastle midfielder Guimaraes

    Arsenal have stepped up talks with Newcastle to sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes after their £70 million offer was rejected, and are preparing an improved bid. Newcastle, who signed Guimaraes for £35 million in 2022, are keen to avoid a repeat of last year's Alexander Isak transfer saga.

    5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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