Chelsea fans staged a vocal protest against BlueCo ownership outside Stamford Bridge on Saturday, April 18, 2026, ahead of the Premier League clash with Manchester United. Crowds gathered near the stadium, chanting “BlueCo OUT! BlueCo OUT!” and “Roman Abramovich! BlueCo OUT!” in a clear show of frustration with the current regime.
"Roman Abramovich! BlueCo OUT!"
Chelsea fans are protesting against the club near Stamford Bridge. 😳pic.twitter.com/8UlI9NaXJT
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Why Chelsea Fans Are Protesting BlueCo
The demonstration, organised by groups including NotAProjectCFC, highlights growing discontent among supporters over BlueCo’s multi-club ownership model. BlueCo, the consortium led by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital’s Behdad Eghbali, took over Chelsea in 2022 following the sale forced by Roman Abramovich’s departure.
This protest marks an escalation. Earlier actions included demonstrations before games against Brentford and Fulham, with banners reading “BlueCo Out” and calls for the return of the Abramovich era, when Chelsea enjoyed massive on-pitch success including multiple Premier League titles and Champions League glory.
Context Ahead of Chelsea vs Manchester United
Chelsea entered the match sitting sixth in the Premier League table, four points behind the Champions League spots, making the fixture against third-placed Manchester United crucial for their European hopes.
Many fans fear that ongoing instability off the pitch — including questions over recruitment, managerial changes, and overall direction — is distracting the squad. Chants invoking Roman Abramovich reflect nostalgia for the stability and success of his 19-year reign, during which the club became a global powerhouse.
Videos circulating on social media captured the intensity, with passionate singing of “Roman Abramovich” and repeated “BlueCo OUT” calls echoing near the famous Stamford Bridge gates.