Chelsea news: Mauricio Pochettino forced to abort plans as thunderstorms ravage USA tour

Mauricio Pochettino: The Chelsea boss was forced to abort his media duties. Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino was forced to abort his plans to hold a press conference before their pre-season clash against Fulham after thunderstorms and heavy rain hit their USA tour. The Blues are due to face their west London neighbours in the Washington city of Maryland at the FedExField on Sunday evening, but torrential weather conditions gave Pochettino little choice but to abandon his media duties on Saturday. We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story. For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/football. Stay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time. We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.