Chelsea Football Club launches fan group to encourage Jewish identity “I would urge other clubs to follow their example and celebrate their Jewish supporters,” said Lord John Mann, independent adviser to the British government on antisemitism. Oct. 2, 2023
Billionaire Roman Abramovich to sell Chelsea FC, donate from sale to help victims of Russia-Ukraine war "In the current situation, I have therefore taken the decision to sell the club, as I believe this is in the best interest of the club, the fans, the employees, as well as the club's sponsors and partners," Abramovich said. March 4, 2022
Abramovich, the Israeli, Lithuanian and Portuguese Jew Despite funding projects like the one that annually brings together 1,000 Jewish and Arab children in Israel through football all over the world, to break down barriers between young people from different cultures, Roman Abramovich knows for sure that many will never attribute positive intentions or pure feelings toward him. Miriam Assor Dec. 23, 2021
Jewish man performs CPR on fellow soccer fan at Premier League match in UK “If what I did saved someone’s life, that’s wonderful, but really what matters is making sure others gain the same skills,” said Darren Rolfe. Dec. 9, 2021
Chelsea Foundation to host global conference on soccer’s role in battling anti-Semitism Policy and sports experts worldwide will engage in panel discussions about its prevalence among fans worldwide. Nov. 5, 2021
Chelsea FC to expand sports leadership program for Arab, Jewish children in Israel The Playing Fair, Leading Peace program engages university students in a soccer-based, anti-discrimination and leadership training program. July 13, 2021
Chelsea FC kicks its ‘Say No to Anti-Semitism’ campaign into full gear The initiatives began several years ago after a rise in hate-filled taunts and anti-Semitic shouts at European football matches. Feb. 17, 2021
Chelsea Women edges out Israel 3-1 in record-breaking (and very friendly) match The English team held a workshop for Israeli and Palestinian girls before facing off against Israel’s national women’s team in front of 8,534 fans in Petach Tikvah. Eliana Rudee Aug. 22, 2019
New England Revolution to play Chelsea FC to highlight hate crimes worldwide The game’s proceeds will be donated to 15 groups, including the Anti-Defamation League, the Jewish Agency for Israel, the World Jewish Congress and Community Security Trust. May 15, 2019
