What I mean by that is that for the first time, Chelsea fans feel that there is a genuine plan beyond the end of this season. That's been clear from the moment Frank Lampard was appointed as Head Coach. We knew that the transfer ban woud necessitate bringing some of the younger players through to… Continue reading For the first time in many seasons, there is real optimism at Chelsea.
Tag: Premier League
Can anyone break into the top six?
Normally, the football pieces I write are centred around Chelsea. That's the team I support, that's who I focus on. However, the weekend's results threw up an interesting question. Can any of the mid-table teams break into the top six this season? Despite the money that has come into the Premier League for all sides… Continue reading Can anyone break into the top six?
Will Chelsea be comfortable enough to play the waiting game?
It's fair to say that Chelsea haven't quite found their feet under Frank Lampard's management yet, but there are some encouraging signs. Mason Mount and Tammy Abraham have taken the opportunity given to them and turned in some great early performances to really stake a claim for regular first team football. Mateo Kovacic and Jorginho… Continue reading Will Chelsea be comfortable enough to play the waiting game?
Chelsea really don’t need to worry.
Well, the first two games of the Premier League season have been played and Frank Lampard has a single point for his efforts. And while Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City all have maximum points, I really don't think Chelsea have a huge amount to worry about. The results haven't been what was wanted but there… Continue reading Chelsea really don’t need to worry.
Where do Chelsea go now?
A lot has been said about Chelsea's transfer ban this summer, especially with the departures of both the star player Eden Hazard to Real Madrid and head coach Maurizio Sarri to Juventus. Will the younger players be able to step up and keep the team where they have become accustomed to being? Will the new… Continue reading Where do Chelsea go now?
In defence of Maurizio Sarri
I really don't think that Maurizio Sarri has had a bad first season in charge at Chelsea. For someone who had never managed outside Italy before and was given four pre-season games to try and introduce the players to a new system of football, to be in the semi finals of the Europa League and… Continue reading In defence of Maurizio Sarri
As the Premier League reaches it’s conclusion,who’s going to win the race for the Top Four?
Well, as we reach the business end of the Premier League season, the race for the top four is hotting up. While Liverpool and Manchester City trade blows and leapfrog each other as they chase the title, Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all still in the hunt for a Champions League qualifying spot… Continue reading As the Premier League reaches it’s conclusion,who’s going to win the race for the Top Four?
VAR. Just… just VAR.
One of the main talking points for the last couple weeks in football has been Video Assistant Referee (VAR). It of course gave Manchester United the penalty from which they scored to complete their turnaround against Paris Saint Germain, Victor Lindelof having a red card overturned into a yellow, and then of course the lack… Continue reading VAR. Just… just VAR.
What will Chelsea do in the January transfer window?
Well, here we go again, the January transfer window is upon us. The last minute deals, the constant speculation, Harry Redknapp driving away from his club's ground at a ridiculous hour in the morning, and as usual Chelsea are being linked with a name for almost position you can have on a football pitch. However,… Continue reading What will Chelsea do in the January transfer window?
“Give the kids a chance Maurizio!” But should he?
One thing that Chelsea and all the usual top 6 clubs get criticised for is not affording younger players from their respective academies opportunities in the first team. It's all very well rotating the side of the early rounds of the League Cup, where if you get knocked out, no one is really that disappointed.… Continue reading “Give the kids a chance Maurizio!” But should he?
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