Join us at SportsBreaks as we dive into one of the most highly anticipated rivalry clashes between Chelsea and Manchester City. 

We’ll explore the history of this iconic match-up and the 146-year-old stadium that has hosted it countless times, Stamford Bridge.

A look at the history of the two title chasers: Chelsea vs Manchester City

Whilst some rivalries run deep, this one only formed in the post 2013 and Manchester United era. As United were left without Ferguson, the team started to decline and made space for a new kid on the block to claim victory. The two teams contending have consistently been Chelsea and Manchester City; they’re actually the only two clubs to have won multiple Premier League titles since 2013.

Chelsea had the edge over City for much of the early years of this period as Jose Mourinho lifted his third Premier League title in the 2014/15 season. Two years later, despite the arrival of Pep Guardiola to the Premier League, it was Chelsea who reigned supreme again with Antonio Conte taking the title in his first season.

However, Guardiola found his form, and City have closed the gap in recent years and have been on a dominant run winning the league 6 times in the last 7 seasons.

The rivalry seemed to be simmering down when the two sides met in three times in three competitions over a six-week period. Chelsea and the newly appointed Thomas Tuchel took all three wins; the most notable being the Champions League victory against their rivals

Whilst Chelsea have not been challenging City more recently, the history of the two sides battling it out for silverware never goes unnoticed and you can sense the fierce competition every time they step onto the pitch against each other.

Flags flying at Stamford Bridge with Chelsea FC logos on them.

The Lions’ tours provide a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s best rugby talent play together, creating an exhilarating blend of rivalry and camaraderie among the nations of the British Isles. This tradition has not only shaped rugby’s history but also contributed to the sport’s cultural heritage, with every tour adding to the legacy of epic contests, unforgettable moments and a fierce pride in wearing the iconic red jersey.

Memorable Matches​

Manchester City players celebrating at Etihad Stadium, Manchester.

2003: City’s first season back

City were in their first season back in the top after winning promotion and keen to get on the front foot. However, their first trip to Stamford Bridge proved very difficult for them as The Blues stormed all over them taking a 5-0 win, all from different goal scorers, showcasing their dominance all over the pitch.

Chelsea’s dominance despite Mourinho exit

Mourinho made a very controversial exit from the club in September 2007 and everyone questioned whether Chelsea had what it takes to stay on top. They answered in style, beating their Manchester rivals 6-0 and winning their fifth game in a row. Didier Drogba claimed two goals on the day, with the others coming from Michael Essien, Joe Cole, Salomon Kalou and Andriy Shevchenko.

A Premier League classic

One of the most recent match-ups between the two in November 2023 saw a goal extravaganza at Stamford Bridge. The game ended 4-4 after Cole Palmer’s stoppage time penalty that saw them equalise and steal a point off the title holders. It was the first Premier League match to feature four equalising goals since Liverpool and Arsenal’s iconic 4-4 draw in 2009 – a game to be remembered. 

Looking Ahead

Across all competitions, Chelsea hold the lead with 71 wins to Manchester City’s 65. But City’s recent run of form always makes for an entertaining match.

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