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    Chelsea FC Make to First Division in 1915

    Chelsea won promotion to the First Division in their second season and yo-yoed between the First and Second Divisions in their early years. They reached the 1915 FA Cup Final, where they lost to Sheffield United at Old Trafford, and finished third in the First Division in 1920, the club’s best league campaign to that point. Chelsea had a reputation ...
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  • Chelsea FC Champions 2010

    Winning their first First Division and FA Cup Double

    In 2009, under caretaker manager Guus Hiddink, Chelsea won another FA Cup. In 2009–10, his successor Carlo Ancelotti led them to their first Premier League and FA Cup Double, also becoming the first English top-flight club to score 100 league goals in a season since 1963.
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  • 2017: The Chelsea club wins its fifth Football League First Division title

    Chelsea celebrate title triumph

    In 2017: The Chelsea club wins its fifth Football League First Division title, under manager Antonio Conte. The club also reaches the FA Cup final, but loses 2-1 to Arsenal at Wembley Stadium.
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  • 2018: The Chelsea club wins its eighth FA Cup

    Chelsea celebrate winning the FA CUP trophy for eighth time

    In 2018: The Chelsea club wins its eighth FA Cup, beating Manchester United 1-0 at Wembley Stadium, under manager Antonio Conte
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  • Chelsea win Europa League 2019

    Chelsea win Europa League

    In 2019: The Chelsea club wins its second UEFA Europa League title, beating Arsenal 4-1 in Baku, under manager Maurizio Sarri.
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  • Chelsea club appoints Frank Lampard

    Chelsea club new manager Frank Lampard

    In 2020: The club appoints Frank Lampard as their new manager, replacing Maurizio Sarri who left to join Juventus.
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History of the Chelsea FC

Chelsea Football Club is one of the Premier League's most successful and well-known teams. Founded in 1905, Chelsea has become a powerhouse team that consistently competes for titles at both domestic and European levels. The club’s success began with its first major trophy win, an FA Cup victory in 1970. Since then, they have won five more FA Cups, four League Cups, and eight Community Shields – making them one of England’s most decorated clubs.

The pinnacle of their success came when they won their first ever Premier League title during the 2004/05 season under Jose Mourinho's management - this was also accompanied by winning two consecutive league titles again under his guidance between 2005/06 & 2006/07 seasons respectively; subsequently cementing themselves firmly into English football folklore! This period also saw them reach three separate Champions Leagues semi-finals before eventually lifting Europe's biggest prize in 2012 following an incredible comeback against Bayern Munich from 3-1 down at halftime to ultimately triumph 4–3 on penalties after extra time finished 1–1!

Since then, Chelsea has continued to be a dominant force within English football, having secured numerous other trophies, including another Premier League title back in 2015 plus two further Europa Leagues crowns since 2013, proving that despite changing managers over recent years, they are still capable challenging for silverware every year no matter who is leading them out onto pitch each week! With such impressive history behind them, it will certainly be interesting to see how far they can push themselves next campaign...

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Founded
1905

Location
Fulham, London

Team History
1905 – Present / Chelsea Football Club

Nickname
The Blues, The Pensioners - Chelsea FC is one of the most successful and popular teams in England's Premier League. With a rich history from 1905, Chelsea has built up an impressive fan base. But many fans may not know that their beloved team has some exciting origins regarding its nickname – The Blues!

The story goes back to 1903 when former Chelsea manager Ted Drake wanted his players to wear a unique blue kit instead of their traditional red shirts. He believed this would help instill loyalty and pride among his squad and give them an edge on match days by making them stand out from other teams. This decision was met with mixed reactions from supporters but eventually stuck, leading us today where we refer affectionately refer to our team simply as "The Blues."

As time passed, this nickname grew in popularity amongst fans due to its association with success; during their early years, they were seen consistently challenging for trophies while wearing those iconic blue kits, further strengthening their reputation within football circles across London and beyond! It wasn’t until 1955. However, club officials officially adopted " The Blues " after being used more regularly than any other nicknames proposed at meetings held between directors throughout the 1954/55 season - cementing itself firmly into English football folklore!

Today “The Blues" remains synonymous with everything great about Chelsea Football Club; whether you love or hate them, there can be no denying they have been one of England's premier clubs for decades now, thanks mainly in part to the sheer due passion shown by loyal supporters who proudly chant ‘Come On You Blue Boys!" before every home game...and so long may it continue!

Championships
Premier League / 6
2017, 2015, 2010, 2006, 2005,1955

FA Cup / 8
2018, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2007, 2000, 1997, 1970

Premier League - FA Cup Double / 1
2010

Stadium
1905 – Present / Stamford Bridge

Current Owner
2003 – Present / Roman Abramovich

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