Antonio Conte makes bold Chelsea predictions after win at West Brom

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has admitted that the Blues face a massive task in trying to catch up with League leaders Manchester City in the Premier League title race.

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City have established themselves as the side to beat in the League this season after an unbelievable start to the season under former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola.

Indeed, the Citizens have only dropped a point this campaign, with the sky blues eight points ahead at the apex of the English Premier League table after 12 matches.

Antonio Conte is aiming for his side to try and defend successfully their League title this season but he accepts that Chelsea faces a tough few weeks in trying to catch up the Citizens.

The Italian tactician watched his team produce a good display as the West London club beat West Bromwich Albion 4-0 on Saturday.

Spain international striker Alvaro Morata opened the scoring in the Blues massive 4-0 victory over West Brom on Saturday.

However, the former Juventus head coach admits that his team have some work to do in the Premier League title race this campaign.

The Blues return to UEFA Champions League action on Wednesday with a clash with Qarabag, taking on Liverpool at Anfield Stadium in the English Premier League on Saturday.