Collection: Chelsea FC

Chelsea FC was founded in 1905 by Gus Mears, who developed the Stamford Bridge stadium. The club's early years saw it move between divisions, with its first major success coming in the 1950s with its first league title, followed by FA Cup and Cup Winners' Cup victories in the 1970s. The club stabilized and saw a resurgence of success in the 1990s and 2000s, eventually becoming a dominant force in English and European football, particularly after Roman Abramovich's ownership began in 2003.