What do Chelsea’s record financial losses actually mean?

After losing at the Emirates, Chelsea have dropped to sixth. They’ve also registered a £342m loss in their accounts. So, can Chelsea afford to miss out on Champions League qualification?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s Matt Slater and Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey.

00:00 Intro
00:26 Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea reaction
04:30 What’s behind Chelsea’s disciplinary issues
07:38 How do Chelsea fix their discipline issues?
10:42 Chelsea’s record breaking pre-tax loss
18:31 Importance of Champions League income to Chelsea
20:41 Chelsea’s shirt sponsor saga
24:55 Scrutiny of the ownership
29:35 Are Man United favourites for third place?
31:19 Importance of UCL football for Aston Villa
35:59 Is Champions League qualification in Chelsea’s hands?
37:37 Outro

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