FastOneTwo.com's cookie policy has been updated. Our website has been developed in a way to allow you to read all our articles even when cookies are disabled but third party cookies may be placed on your machine to track your use of our website. If you continue without changing your settings, we'll assume that you are happy to receive these cookies, alternatively, click "TELL ME MORE" for more information including opt-out instructions.

LATEST NEWS 11:37 Would Harry Kane Thrive Overseas? He is one of the hottest properties around in English football and rumours persist that he is high on Real ... 15:45 Mauricio Pochettino admits draw against Liverpool is a fair result Tottenham Hotspur head coach Mauricio Pochettino admits this afternoon's 1-1 draw against Liverpool was a ...

Arsene Wenger insists: Olivier Giroud is not just a substitute here at Arsenal Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes striker Olivier Giroud can still be an asset in his squad this season. The Frenchman has struggled to enjoy regular first team football at the... - Read article
Arsene Wenger admits Top Four finish is difficult for Arsenal Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says a Top Four finish will not be easy to achieve for his side despite a vital 2-1 win away at Middlesbrough. The Gunners are currently sixth in the... - Read article
Arsene Wenger explains when striker Lucas will be back in action Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says he has no new injury concerns after the mid-week draw at home against Paris Saint-Germain. Defender Hector Bellerin and midfielder Santi Cazorla are... - Read article


Chelsea Jersey
» News

Jose Mourinho gives Diego Costa injury update ahead of Swansea City game

By

Boss Jose Mourinho says striker Diego Costa could be ruled out for Chelsea's Premier League opener against Swansea City next week.

The Spaniard was expected to be in the starting line-up to face Arsenal on Sunday afternoon but was not even on the bench as Loic Remy started the game for the Blues.

The Frenchman struggled to make an impact and was replaced by Radamel Falcao in the second half.

The Colombian was more lively in the offensive department but lost all battles against the Arsenal defence.

"Two days ago he [Diego Costa] was ready to play," Mourinho told reporters.

"When I told you two days ago he was ready to play he was ready to play. He trained normally on Friday and yesterday at the end of the training session he said he was not feeling good.

"But Falcao will have had a bit more football, he will play against Fiorentina from the start. We have Remy too, so if we don't have Diego I am happy with the strikers I have.

"I expected the lack of sharpness, it's normal. Some players like Falcao started a week ago.

"The others have had two weeks and half of this week. The pitch was a disaster, so slow, the weather didn't help too but it was the same for both teams so no excuses. I know Arsenal also like a good, fast pitch.

"One team played counter-attack football well. One team played with initiative well but without the sharpness you need to be more aggressive with the ball. The team tactically tried everything."

Featured in article
Diego Costa, Jose Mourinho



LATEST NEWS