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      Joe Cole says ‘I ain’t paying’ as TNT Sports pundit causes £3000 of damage in unfortunate mishap after Chelsea goal

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      JOE COLE feared he might be left with a £3,000 bill after a mishap celebrating Chelsea becoming Conference League champions.His former club came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw, Poland, and become the first club to complete the full set of Uefa competitions.Joe Cole suffered a wardrobe malfunction as he split some tea while celebrating a Chelsea goalHe was appearing on the TNT Sports show with Steve Sidwell, left, and Michail Antonio, middleCredit: GettyChelsea beat Real Betis 4-1 in Poland to be crowned Conference League championsCredit: GettyHowever, Cole’s enthusiasm to celebrate as Chelsea scored came back to bite him.Watching the game from the TNT Sports studio in the 40,000 Wroclaw Stadium, Cole looked sharp as he wore a brown suit and white shirt for his TV duties.He was appearing alongside West Ham star Michail Antonio and ex-Chelsea team-mate Steve Sidwell, as well as presenter Emma Dodds.And a clip shared to the broadcasters social media pages showed how the 43-year-old celebrated one of the Blues’ goals, before he had an unfortunate incident.READ MORE IN CHELSEACole was seen jumping up and down with his arms in the air when Chelsea grabbed a goal.The beaming former midfielder then went to Sidwell to hug him over the table.But his animated response to the goal prompted Dodds to try and intervene to stop him knocking over some drinks on the table.She was seen grabbing a microphone, but not before the contents of a cup of tea had been knocked over on the table in the chaos.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKCole turned around and noticed the mess which saw his face go from jubilation to horror before he is heard saying: “Oh no my tea.”He then picked it up and took a swig before looking for some napkins to clean up the table which was drenched in liquid.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalAfter returning into camera shot, Cole then picked up a microphone and showed it to the camera.Cole then joked: “[That’s] About three grands worth. “I ain’t paying.”Chelsea won the match thanks to goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo.But Cole heaped praise on “genius” Cole Palmer, who had notched two assists to turn the game around following Abde Ezzalzouli’s first half strike for Betis.Cole said on TNT Sports: “Cole Palmer, absolute genius. We don’t produce these players.”They don’t fall off trees. He took the game by the scruff of the neck tonight and made it happen.”There aren’t many players in world football who can do what he does.”Cole, who was a Champions League runner-up with the Stamford Bridge outfit in 2008 – the last major Uefa final the team were defeated in – added: “Chelsea is a huge club at this level.”And what I would say, for these young players and this team to win a trophy, it’s going to take them to the next level.”But it’s not about that tonight. It’s about a group of young footballers, young coaches, coming together and achieving something.”Don’t be looking down your noses at this.”Cole also gave his transfer verdict on loan star Sancho, who Chelsea have the option to sign from Manchester United for £25million or face a £5m penalty to not sign him.He said: “I think Jadon is a really great player and I think he’s done well.”He’s been rotated in and out a bit but I want to see Jadon playing. You want a player like that in your squad. It will come down to a financial decision I imagine but I really like him.”Asked specifically whether the winger had done enough to justify a permanent move, Cole said: “Yes I do.”This is a kid who went to Dortmund and was a superstar as a kid. It wasn’t working at Man United but he’s done well, he’s got his career back on track at Chelsea.Read More on The Sun”I think there’s more to come from him as well.”Manager Enzo Maresca said discussions about Sancho’s future would be held in the coming days.Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge More

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      Chelsea make history as they become first team to win EVERY trophy in Europe after amazing Cole Palmer inspired comeback

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      CHELSEA’S Conference League victory has seen them become the first team to win every European trophy currently available.Inspired by their brilliant talisman Cole Palmer, the Blues came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw.Chelsea lifted their first Europa Conference League trophyCredit: ReutersBrilliant Cole Palmer inspired the Blues to victoryCredit: Shutterstock EditorialWith the Conference League having only been launched in the 2021-22 season, Chelsea are just the fourth team to win it.Enzo Maresca’s side have followed Roma, West Ham and Olympiacos in lifting the new trophy.Of the four Conference League winners, Chelsea are the only ones to have also won the Champions League and Europa League.Chelsea had to come from behind against their Spanish opponents to win the Conference League.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSPalmer was the hero, setting up the equaliser from Enzo Fernandez and then Nicolas Jackson to put the Blues in front.Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo then made sure of the result to spark incredible celebrations among the players and fans who’d travelled to Poland.It meant another chapter was written in Chelsea’s European story.The Blues lifted their first Champions League in 2012 after beating Bayern on penalties in Munich – they then added a second triumph in 2021 by defeating Manchester City in Porto.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKChelsea famously won their first Champions League in 2012Credit: Times Newspapers LtdThe Blues lifted the Europa League in 2013Credit: Times Newspapers LtdChelsea won the Super Cup in Belfast four years agoCredit: ReutersChelsea’s Europa League victories came in 2013 and 2019 under Rafael Benitez and Maurizio Sarri respectively.The West Londoners have won the Uefa Super Cup in 1998 and 2021.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalAnd in the latter year they also defeated Al-Hilal and Palmeiras to lift their first Club World Cup.Domestically, the Blues have also won the lot.Prior to Roman Abramovich’s 2003 arrival, the Blues had won the old First Division in 1955 – as well as the FA Cup in 1970, 1997 and 2000, and League Cups in 1965 and 1998.Post 2003, Chelsea have won a further five Premier League titles, five FA Cups, and three League Cups.In their history they have won four Community Shields.Chelsea have also won some competitions that have since gone defunct.Read More on The SunThe Blues won the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1971 and 1998 and the Full Members’ Cup in 1986 and 1990.Having twice been relegated during the 1980s, Chelsea won the old Second Division in 1984 and 1989.Chelsea most recently won the Premier League in 2017Credit: AFPThe Blues have won the FA Cup eight times in their historyCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Reece James overheard by TNT Sports presenter rollocking Chelsea team-mates at half-time of Conference League final

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      REECE JAMES was overheard delivering a passionate half-time speech that inspired Chelsea’s Conference League final comeback.The Blues came from 1-0 down at the break to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw, Poland.Reece James rallied the Chelsea team at half-time before coming onCredit: TNT SPORTSJames demanded a ‘reaction’ in the second-halfCredit: GettyCaptain James was named on the bench but come on at the interval to replace Malo Gusto.TNT Sports reporter Becky Ives claimed she could hear the right-back rallying the troops inside the changing room at half-time.She told him: “I heard you in the dressing room really geeing up the team.”And it made all the difference as Chelsea put in a stunning second-half performance to clinch glory.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAsked by Ives about his battle cry, James replied: “I thought in the first-half we were very flat.”The game did not go our way early on and it looked like it took a lot out of us.”We needed a reaction in the second-half and we got it.”On not being named in the starting XI, James said: “It’s devastating to know you’re not playing in the final or not starting.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I want to play every game but it was the manager’s decision and once he made the decision, I need to accept it and move on and be ready to come in if I’m needed.”Enzo Maresca revealed after the game that he did not start James amid fears of him suffering another injury.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalHe explained: “I promise you, I will start always with Reece, but I’m trying to protect him.”He plays more games this season than the last two or three. He knows that.”But he is a top player for us, he is like Cole [Palmer], but the problem is we need to manage him.”When we change him he said, ‘boss don’t worry, we are going to win the game’.”Enzo Maresca said James did not start due to injury worriesCredit: Alamy More

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      Mykhailo Mudryk left out of Chelsea trophy celebrations despite travelling to Poland in his club kit to collect a medal

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      MYKHAILO MUDRYK was left out of Chelsea’s trophy celebrations – despite travelling to Poland for the Conference League final.The Blues came from behind to beat Real Betis 4-1 in Wroclaw.Chelsea lifted the Conference League after beating Real BetisCredit: GettyMykhailo Mudryk did not get a medal despite being in PolandCole Palmer inspired the comeback with two superb assists – for Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Jackson – before Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo rounded off the victory.It meant Chelsea got their hands on the Conference League trophy and completed the set of European silverware after their Champions League and Europa League triumphs.But Mudryk did not pick up a medal or get to join in the celebrations with the rest of his team-mates.Mudryk, 24, is currently suspended from playing after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium while on international duty in November.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSIt has not been made official whether Mudryk’s B-sample was also contaminated but he has not played for them in 2025.However, he turned up unannounced in Wroclaw on the eve of the final.The Ukrainian winger was spotted wearing a club gilet in a steakhouse.His shock appearance even took manager Enzo Maresca by surprise.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMaresca said: “To be honest, I just… Is he here or is he coming? He’s here. I’m happy for Misha to be here.”I don’t know, I just said that. I’m happy for Misha to be here.”Banned Mykhailo Mudryk turns up in Chelsea kit unannounced on eve of Conference League final to shock of clubBut SunSport understands Mudryk made the journey to Poland in order to pick up a medal.He played in six Conference League matches during the league phase before his shock suspension, scoring three goals. However, he was nowehere to be seen after the full-time whistle as Chelsea’s players collected their winner’s medals from Aleksander Ceferin.Mudryk has not played since November 28 after testing positive for a banned substanceCredit: APHe was all smiles in a steakhouse in Wroclaw wearing a Chelsea gilet More

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      Antony bursts into tears after Conference League final loss to Chelsea as Man Utd flop is comforted by Jadon Sancho

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      ANTONY burst into tears after Real Betis suffered defeat in the Conference League final.The Spanish side were ahead at half-time but Chelsea fought back to win 4-1 in Wroclaw, Poland.Antony was in tears at full-timeCredit: Shutterstock EditorialDejected Antony failed to make an impact on the gameCredit: TNT SPORTSAntony and Jadon Sancho shared a hug at full-timeCredit: TNT SPORTSAntony, who is on loan from Manchester United, was seen sobbing at full-time.He sat on the pitch heartbroken only for goalscorer Jadon Sancho to rush over and console him.The two ex-United team-mates embraced in touching scenes.Several Betis stars were also seen crying, including former West Ham duo Adrian and Pablo Fornals.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAntony joined the club in January and has become a fans’ favourite in Seville, scoring nine goals in 26 games.But he could not replicate his good form in the final against Chelsea and he lost his temper late in the game.The Brazilian winger picked up a yellow card for a rash challenge on Enzo Fernandez as the pair then squared up to each other and clashed heads.Antony has made it clear he wants to stay at Betis but it is unclear if they can afford to keep him.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMan Utd will reportedly not accept a cut-price deal and they have been paying 16 per cent of his £200,000-a-week salary.After beating Fiorentina in the Conference League semi-final, Betis fans chanted “Antony stay”.’Leaving Man Utd works wonders’ – Fans love Antony’s wild Real Betis celebrations as he goes topless and waves huge flagAnd club legend Joaquin even joked he would help his kidnapping to ensure he does not return to Old Trafford.He said: “I’ll provide the car if he has to be kidnapped, but let him stay no matter what.”Jadon Sancho scored Chelsea’s third of the nightCredit: AFPAntony lost his temper and clashed with Enzo Fernandez at the end of the finalCredit: TNT Sports More

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      Real Betis 1 Chelsea 4: Cole Palmer masterclass sees Blues come from behind to win Conference League final

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      ENZO MARESCA emerged triumphant from football’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.Chelsea’s boss will enjoy winning the Conference League, his first trophy at the end of his first season in charge and making history.Chelsea have won the Conference LeagueCredit: GettyAbde Ezzalzouli scored the opening goal for Betis within 10 minutesCredit: GettyEnzo Fernandez headed home the equaliser from close rangeCredit: ReutersBut he now wants nothing to do with this tinpot competition ever again as he sets his and the club’s sights on much loftier ambitions in the Champions League next season.It’s a notable achievement to become the first club to win all four existing European competitions as Chelsea have now done.Maresca also believes that however minor this third-tier tournament is, he hopes it will ignite the fires for long term success within his youthful squad.But in five years’ time it’s highly unlikely many people will remember the heady night in Poland when the youngest squad in the Premier League this season came of age by coming from behind to see off Real Betis.READ MORE ON CHELSEAThe trophy itself will easily masquerade as a waste-paper bin in the manager’s office and time will move on for a club convinced it is on the way back to greatness as it should be after more than £1billion of investment in the squad.Yet it almost wasn’t so. Maresca had to make drastic changes to his team and to the mentality in order to get over the line.His young team was a bag of nerves in the first half and as such went behind inside ten minutes to a team comprised of veterans and cast offs, managed by a bloke exactly the same age as Maresca’s dad.They were run ragged by the sublime skills of Isco, a former Real Madrid great who showed Chelsea what it is to stay cool and calm on a big night.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeThey shot themselves in the foot with nervy, slack passing as they struggled to get to grips with the occasion and could have been more than the one goal down they were at half time.But when you play with kids you can win things and they learn quickly.Moment Chelsea & Real Betis fans CLASH in Poland launching bottles & smoke grenades hours before Europa Conference finalNicolas Jackson scored the second for ChelseaCredit: APJadon Sancho fired the third into the top-right cornerCredit: GettyMaresca pulled the plug on right back Malo Gusto at half time, the architect of destruction for the first goal and it brought certainty and surety. He surgically removed Benoit Badiashile and Pedro Neto and Chelsea grew into the game.To the extent that Cole Palmer, who had been taught a lesson in dribbling and poise by the elder statesman of Isco suddenly sprang to life with vigour and confidence instead of being an interested spectator.Two goals in five minutes, the 65th and 70th, saw Chelsea come roaring back and both were teed up by Palmer from the right hand side.The first was a delicately floated cross that found the head of midfielder Enzo Fernandez who nipped in ahead of defender Marc Bartra and glanced the ball into the back of the net.The Argentinian World Cup winner has been at this club for more than two years and is part of the furniture now. Despite scoring he knew the nerves had been there for all to see and immediately called for calm among the delirious celebrations.But he needn’t have worried because Palmer, who had mustered the only shot on target for Chelsea in a dreadful first half, was in full flow now.A roll of a defender on the edge of the box and he dashed in a cross for Nicolas Jackson to divert the ball past ex-West Ham and Liverpool keeper Adrian.It was a sweet moment for the striker who was drafted back in to the team to redeem himself after getting sent off in a crucial Premier League match at Newcastle earlier this month.He’ll tell you he headed it but it came off his left breast but it counted and from then on it was Betis trying to stem the tide of a rampant Chelsea side suddenly believing in themselves.Sub Jadon Sancho came on to make it 3-1 with seven to go before Moises Caicedo added a fourth for good measure on the stroke of 90.Chelsea have now officially won it, or bought it all depending on your viewpoint. But their squad is priced at around £750 million, more than five times that of their opponents here.Next season instead of Betis it will be Barcelona or Bayern Munich at the other end of the pitch which means it will be considerably harderNot that they didn’t struggle when faced with the first decent team to confront them the entire time. It shows there is still a lot to do.Read More on The SunBut goodbye to Shamrock Rovers, Noah of Armenia and Astana of Kazakhstan, the 15 game, 9,800 mile odyssey to win a competition Chelsea never wanted to be in in the first place has come to a successful conclusion.Oh and good riddance.Reece James lifted the trophyCredit: GettyThe players will be celebrating long into the nightCredit: AFPChelsea have become the first team to win every European trophyCredit: GettyIt was heartbreak for Real BetisCredit: EPAMoises Caicedo sealed the win in added timeCredit: AP More

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      Chelsea star Malo Gusto hauled off at HALF TIME of Conference League final after ‘generational disasterclass’

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      CHELSEA star Malo Gusto was hooked at half-time following a horror performance in tonight’s Conference League final.The Frenchman, 22, had been selected ahead of Reece James for the clash with Real Betis.Malo Gusto endured a difficult evening in PolandCredit: APGusto was guilty of giving the ball away in the build-up to Abde Ezzalzouli’s ninth minute opener.The former Lyon ace then failed to atone for his error, with Ezzalzouli running him ragged.Travelling Chelsea supporters sang James’ name ahead of half-time.And they were granted their wish after the interval, with boss Enzo Maresca turning to his skipper.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSSupporters watching on at home were also relieved to see Gusto hooked.One wrote on X: “This is a generational disasterclass from Malo Gusto, my eyes are literally hurting, Enzo Maresca this is 100% on you especially when Reece James has been on insane form. Ridiculous.”While a second huffed: “Sell him this summer.”And another added: “That’s why you don’t play Malo Gusto over your captain.”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAhead of the final, Gusto admitted that he has endured a difficult season.The France Under-21 international told L’Equipe: “There is competition, you can’t hide behind that. But on my season… there were events that meant that I played a lot and then less. Fuming Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca delivers two-word X-rated response to critics in fiery press conference”Those are the risks of playing at a big club. The objective is now to remain well established. I have confidence in myself.”I haven’t always shown it, and I haven’t always had the attitude to reflect that. You have to first convince yourself before convincing others.””Doubts? Never. I know that, if I am here, it is because I deserve to be. You have to make steps to be even better.”In the first season, everything was beautiful and rosy, everything went well.”This year has been a lot more difficult, especially from a personal point of view, for different reasons.”It has allowed me to learn, especially to understand what my priorities should be. I am very far away from where I should be. It is my responsibility.”Read More on The SunJames’ introduction helped Chelsea turn the contest around.Goals by Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo saw the Blues run out 4-1 winners to lift the Conference League. More

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      Will Mykhailo Mudryk receive a medal if Chelsea win the Conference League final?

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      MYKHAILO MUDRYK is Chelsea’s forgotten man heading into the Uefa Conference League final. The Ukrainian was banned from playing in December after failing a provisional drugs test. Mykhaylo Mudryk is in Wroclaw ahead of Chelsea’s clash with Real BetisCredit: GettyThe 24-year-old is currently banned from playing but featured in Conference League games earlier this seasonCredit: GettyMudryk turned up in Chelsea kit unannounced in Poland, stunning fans and his manager Enzo MarescaMudryk played five times in the competition during the early stages of the season. The 24-year-old scored three goals and notched four assists in those games.But he has not featured for Chelsea since netting in a 2-0 win against Heidenheim on November 28.The Blues take on Real Betis tonight in Wroclaw for the trophy.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Mudryk was a surprise arrival in the city on Tuesday ahead of the big clash. Will Mykhailo Mudryk receive a medal if Chelsea win the Conference League final?Under Uefa rules, every player who has featured in Chelsea’s Conference League games is eligible for a medal.As such, Mudryk WILL be awarded either a winner’s or runners-up gong after tonight’s match. CHELSEA VS REAL BETIS – CONFERENCE LEAGUE FINAL LIVEBETTING TIPS AND FREE BETS FOR THE FINALIt is not known whether he will be on the field with his Chelsea teammates to receive his prize. Most read in FootballThe club could opt to give Mudryk his medal privately. Fuming Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca delivers two-word X-rated response to critics in fiery press conferenceWhy was Mudryk banned from playing?The Chelsea forward tested positive for the banned substance Meldonium in early December. Mudryk has insisted he never knowingly used any banned substances.BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe has been unable to train with the squad while suspended. The ban remains provisional but if found guilty, Mudryk could face a lengthy period on the sidelines.He stunned even his manager Enzo Maresca by turning up in Wroclaw earlier this week.CHELSEA RATINGS: Colwill gets perfect revenge on Forest but Sancho performance won’t convince Blues to splash out £25mCHELSEA sealed Champions League football with a 1-0 win away at Nottingham Forest.The Blues have been absent from Europe’s elite competition for two years but finally, the billion-pound boys will be back next season.It was unlikely source Levi Colwill with the goal to give Chelsea a boost of confidence ahead of flying to Poland for Wednesday’s Conference League final against Real Betis.Find out how SunSport’s Graeme Bryce rated the performances here…Dressed in Chelsea attire, £88million Mudryk rubbed shoulders with fans at a steak restaurant in the Polish city. Asked about the moment, which went viral, Maresca said: To be honest, I don’t know he is here or is coming? “He is here? I don’t know. I am happy for Mischa to be here.”Read More on The SunMudryk joined Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023.He penned an eight-and-a-half-year deal with the club, which runs until 2031. More