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What Do UK's Sanctions On Roman Abramovich Mean For Chelsea?

The future of European champions Chelsea has been plunged into doubt after Russian owner Roman Abramovich was hit with UK government sanctions in response to the invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich has bankrolled the most successful era in the Blues' history since taking charge in 2003 -- the club have won five Premier League titles and two Champions Leagues among 19 major trophies. The billionaire -- described by the UK government as part of Russian President Vladimir Putin's inner circle -- had already signalled his intent to sell Chelsea due to the looming threat of sanctions. UK Culture Secretary Nadine Dorris said the priority was to "hold those who have enabled the Putin regime to account".

Four things that will 'definitely' happen to Manchester United after Roman Abramovich sanctioned

The news Chelsea and their fans were dreading was confirmed this morning as Roman Abramovich was named as one of the Russian oligarchs sanctioned by the UK government for his links to Russian leader Vladimir Putin amid the current war in Ukraine.

The collapse of Roman Abramovich’s empire as Chelsea owner sanctioned by UK government

It is less than 10 years since Roman Abramovich hoisted the most prized trophy in club football above his head as thousands of adoring - and grateful - Chelsea fans celebrated wildly at the Allianz Arena in Munich.

Turkish Masters snooker 2022 LIVE – Kyren Wilson beaten by Ding Junhui, Shaun Murphy and Judd Trump in action

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Washington and Bedlington Terriers create history after 'crazy' penalty shoot-out

Ebac Northern League clubs Washington and Bedlington Terriers look to have written their names into the record books after a marathon penalty shoot-out on Wednesday night. The two sides battled their way to a thrilling 3-3 draw during an action-packed 90 minutes in their Ernest Armstrong Memorial Cup tie at Ford Football Hub in Sunderland.

Chelsea nightmare is now a reality as club are forced to exist on a shoestring budget

What a difference two weeks makes. Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chelsea were among a select few super-clubs who had effectively been insulated from the impact of the pandemic by their owner’s fabulous wealth and looked set to dominate domestic and European football in the years ahead.

Six Nations: Johnny Sexton returns as Ireland look to experience for Twickenham

Johnny Sexton has been restored Ireland's starting line-up as one of six changes made by Andy Farrell for the trip to Twickenham.

Sale of Chelsea would require additional licence, says UK PM's spokesman

LONDON : Britain's government is open to the sale of Chelsea soccer club but for that to go ahead, it would require another licence, a spokesman for Prime Minister Boris Johnson said after sanctions were imposed on its owner, Roman Abramovich.

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What Do UK's Sanctions On Roman Abramovich Mean For Chelsea?

Four things that will 'definitely' happen to Manchester United after Roman Abramovich sanctioned

The collapse of Roman Abramovich’s empire as Chelsea owner sanctioned by UK government

Turkish Masters snooker 2022 LIVE – Kyren Wilson beaten by Ding Junhui, Shaun Murphy and Judd Trump in action

Washington and Bedlington Terriers create history after 'crazy' penalty shoot-out

Chelsea nightmare is now a reality as club are forced to exist on a shoestring budget

Six Nations: Johnny Sexton returns as Ireland look to experience for Twickenham

Sale of Chelsea would require additional licence, says UK PM's spokesman