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‘ I might play for Arsenal next season ‘ – Chelsea star

Spain International and Chelsea midfield, Cesc Fabregas left Arsenal for the Spanish club, Barcelona and many Gunners fans were sad but when their former captain left the La Liga toppers and move to Chelsea, the sadness grew into frustration as it became unbearable to watch him play for their arch rival. However, the Blues midfielder in a recent statement opened up about his career so far as he hinted that he could return to Emirate stadium at the end of the season. Arsenal ready to end 'the mess' with bid for 26-year-old … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Derby Country: Skye sports pundit gives his prediction

The Carabao Cup quarter-final match will take place tonight between Chelsea and Derby County at Stamford Bridge Derby County made it to the fourth round after they defeated Man Utd in the third round. Coach Frank Lampard has also made some changes in the Rams squad as they are currently one of the top football clubs in the Championship League. The Rams will be coming to Stamford Bridge with full confidence to pick up three points in the Carabao Cup and move to the next round. On the other hand, the Blues have maintained an undefeated … [Read more...]

Why Frank Lampard will not celebrate tonight

Chelsea legend turn Derby County coach, Frank Lampard will return to Stamford Bridge tonight at the opposition dugout in a club he spent 13 years. Coach Frank Lampard defeated Man Utd in the third round of the Carabao Cup and hopes to repeat the same tonight at Stamford Bridge. However, the former Blues vice-captain has disclosed that even if his side come out victorious he wouldn't celebrate at Stamford Bridge. He hinted that he would remain calm out of respect for the club that gave him the chance to become a star. Confirmed! Naby … [Read more...]

Chelsea team news and possible line up vs Derby County

The Blues former vice-captain now Derby County coach, Frank Lampard will return to Stamford Bridge for the first time since he started his coaching career. Frank Lampard, although stated he would be happy to return to Chelsea he, however, hopes to cause some upset at Stamford Bridge tonight having defeated his former coach, Jose Mourinho's Man Utd side in the third round. Chelsea FC are at their best at the moment having won 10th EPL match and still remain undefeated. A report has affirmed that Chelsea will play without Eden Hazard … [Read more...]

How Chelsea midfield have cleared all doubts

In the early games of the 2018/19 football season, different doubts came up about the Blues squad. Some of the doubts include; will Chelsea be able to perform without Eden Hazard? Can the midfielders score goals? Can Maurizio Sarri rely on the Blues striker for more goals? The doubts went on and on. But in the Blues last two games in the Uefa Europa League match against BATE Borisov and in the EPL match against Burnley, the midfield players have made some points that have cleared all doubt. In the last two matches, Chelsea current highest … [Read more...]

Players that have made City, Liverpool and Chelsea defense hard to penetrate

Man City, Liverpool, and Chelsea are the top three teams on the EPL table, one unique similarity about the three football clubs is that they have played ten matches in the EPL so far but still remain undefeated. Most football clubs that have played against these three clubs have come to realize that it quite hard to bypass their defense line. This is actually the truth, Man Utd so far have conceded just three goals in 10 matches, Liverpool have conceded four while Chelsea have conceded seven. For this reasons, we decided to compile a list … [Read more...]

Did Sergio Ramos take a dig at Thibaut Courtois?

Real Madrid were greatly embarrassed and defeated by Barcelona in the El Classico match on Sunday. Barca went ahead to defeat the Los Blancos with five goals to one. Argentina striker, Lionel Messi was not available for the match, which has left us wondering what the scoreline would have looked like if Messi was on the pitch, probably disastrous. Well, following the defeat to Barcelona, Real Madrid player, Sergio Ramas took a dig at Former Chelsea goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, who man the goal post during the big game. Thibaut Courtois … [Read more...]

Chelsea predicted lineup vs Derby County

The Carabao Cup will return this week when Chelsea FC welcome Derby County in the quarter-final of the tournament. Following a recent update by Chelsea's assistant coach, Gianfranco Zola, we can affirm that Belgium International, Eden Hazard will not be available for the match likewise the duo of Olivier Giroud and Pedro. Coach Maurizio Sarri is also likely to make a total change at the back by resting the defenders. There will also be some changes in the midfielder as the players in this wing seems to be the most confident in the Blues … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Derby County: Chelsea key trio likely to be unavailable

Chelsea will be back in action tomorrow when they play host to the championship club, Derby County in the Carabao League fourth round. The Blues made it to the quarter-final of the league after they defeated Liverpool in the third round. Chelsea will welcome their former star player, Frank Lampard back to Stamford Bridge but this time around as the opposing team coach. The game is expected to be exciting because Derby County can put up an unexpected performance having defeated Man Utd in the third round. However, Chelsea assistant coach, … [Read more...]

‘It will be a difficult game for Frank Lampard at Chelsea’ – legend

The Carabao Cup will return on Wednesday as Chelsea will play host to Frank Lampard's Derby County side in the Fourth round. Both sides have a lot in common, one of which is that Derby County's coach, Frank Lampard happens to be one of the best players to have ever played at Stamford Bridge. Frank Lampard in the third round of the Carabao Cup had defeated his former coach, Jose Mourinho's side, Man Utd and he is hoping to do the same at Stamford Bridge tomorrow. For the first time since Lampard started his coaching career, he will be … [Read more...]

Ross Barkley is better than Jesse Lingard and Dele Alli – Liverpool legend

Following the Blues performance at Turf Moor last Sunday in the EPL match against Burnley, former Liverpool star turn sports pundit, Jamie Carragher has applauded England international and Chelsea's midfielder, Ross Barkley. The Blues put up a top performance in the match against Burnley and Ross Barkley was part of the key players that stood out, in fact, some news media rated him as high as 9.8/10 in the game. Ross Barkley scored a goal and created two assists against Burnley. The Best of Fabinho vs Red Star Belgrade However, Jamie … [Read more...]

Liverpool swoop in to beat Arsenal, Chelsea for £100m-rated forward

A new report from Spain has made it known that La Liga leaders, Barcelona are ready to let Ousmane Dembele leave. This is a good news for EPL clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool, who have been monitoring the situation at Camp Nou from afar. The report hinted that the Catalans are ready to let him leave in January transfer window. Barca didn't start Ousmane Dembele in the Uefa Champions League match against Inter Milan because he arrived 25 minutes late to the team meeting. It is however surprising that Barca would be willing to … [Read more...]

£120,000-a-week star reveals the secrete behind his Chelsea’s fine form

Chelsea defender David Luiz is of the opinion that new manager Maurizio Sarri is the reason for the good form at the Stamford Bridge this season. The West London club Chelsea have been firing since the beginning of the season and they are so far unbeaten in the Premier League and in all competitions. This adds to the fine play and rediscovery of individual form. The Brazilian defender is one of those who have rediscovered their form including Belgium international Eden Hazard, English star Ross Barkley and Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Martin Keown … [Read more...]

Is this the new threat at Chelsea?

Following the arrival of Coach Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea, the Blues turned out to be more than spectacular especially with their style of play 'Sarriball' but along the line others football clubs seems to have studied the Blues well to known how to defend against them. Like the game against Burnley yesterday at Turf Moor, the Blues were confused for the first few minutes of the match as the home team held them down but Sarri managed to tweak the Blues formation and it worked out. United welcome Ji-Sung Park to the Old Trafford Well, while … [Read more...]

Burnley vs Chelsea: three things Chelsea should worry about

Chelsea put up a great performance against Burnley at Turf Moor in the English Premier League. The absence of Eden Hazard didn't affect the Blues squad in terms of goals as they went ahead to net four goals thanks to efforts from Alvaro Morata, Ross Barkley, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Willian. Despite their brilliant performance, there were still some weaknesses in the Blues squad which calls for a quick amendment. Below are some of the flaw Chelsea have to be worried about: 1. Pedro's injury: the Spaniard injury is becoming regular and it … [Read more...]

Good news for Chelsea as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid

The El Classico went down yesterday between two Spanish giant clubs, Real Madrid and Barcelona but the game seems to have lost its touch ever since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid. Prior to the match between the two Spanish clubs, there have been clear indications that the Catalans will win the match and it was not far from the truth. The game ended with five goals to one in favor of Barcelona. Real Madrid have been struggling to perform this season under coach Julen Lopetegui, the Los Blancos are at the 7th spot on the … [Read more...]

Burnley vs Chelsea: Three positive lessons Sarri should keep in mind

The Blues were at Turf Moor to play against Burnley for their 10th match in the English Premier League. Chelsea destroyed Burnley right at their home stadium and it was disastrous for the home side, who only looked dangerous at the beginning of the game. The game ended with four goals to nothing in favor of the Blues as they picked up three points from the match. Below are three positive lessons from the match for Chelsea. Once again, Chelsea is not for sale 1. Teamwork: Chelsea for the first time this season played as a team … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Derby County – Maurizio Sarri rules out two players

Chelsea will return to the Carabao League this week as they will play against Derby County in the fourth round having defeated Liverpool in the third round. Coach Maurizio Sarri in a statement made it known that two Blues players (Eden Hazard and Pedro) will be unavailable for the match. This latest development means the match against Derby County will be the third match in a row Eden Hazard will miss. Eden Hazard, 27, sustained a back injury during the game against Man Utd in the English Premier League. Burnley vs Chelsea team news … [Read more...]

Maurizio Sarri sets a new record in the history of Chelsea FC

Chelsea played their tenth match in the English Premier league against Burnley at Turf Moor. The Blues were hundred per cent as they went ahead to destroy Burnley right at their home stadium. Chelsea scored four goals thanks to efforts from Alvaro Morata, Willian, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Ross Barkley. However, this game will be Maurizio Sarri's tenth game in the Premier League as Chelsea coach and the Blues still remain undefeated. With this, the Italy international has set a new record as the first Chelsea coach to win ten straight … [Read more...]

£75,000-a-week star reluctant to talk about future at Chelsea

Real Madrid loanee midfielder and Croatia international, Matteo Kovacic moved to Stamford Bridge in the summer transfer window as part of the deal that saw Belgium international, Thibaut Courtois move to Real Madrid. Ever since his arrival at Stamford Bridge, Matteo Kovacic has formed a part of the Blues key players at the midfield. And he is one of the players new manager, Maurizio Sarri loves to start alongside N'golo Kante and Jorginho at the midfield. Since Kovacic's arrival at Chelsea, he has earned enough playing chances at Stamford … [Read more...]

Chelsea fans all saying the same thing about Thibaut Courtois

Following the forceful departure of Belgium international, Thibaut Courtois from Chelsea to Real Madrid in last summer transfer windows, the Blues fans have been using every available chance to taunt their former goalie. Real Madrid at the moment are struggling to perform and are currently sitting at the 7th spot on the La Liga table from 9 matches. The Los Blancos are four points away from Barcelona, who are the league current leaders. Coach Julen Lopetegui has not done a good job at the Santiago Bernabeu since his arrival at the club and … [Read more...]

£75,000-a-week player sends warning to Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek is the new standard for the Blues midfielders having scored three goals in his first match for the Blues against BATE Borisov. It is now obvious that Coach Maurizio Sarri will want his midfielders to start scoring goals in other to help Eden Hazard, who has been out of action lately owing to a back injury he sustained against Man Utd last weekend. Chelsea midfielder, Mateo Kovacic in a recent statement applauded Ruben Loftus-Cheek for his effort for the Blues against BATE Borisov … [Read more...]

Another Chelsea star to return to Arsenal?

Chelsea midfielder, Cesc Fabregas in a latest statement has not ruled out a possible return to his first English Premier League club, Arsenal, once his current deal with Chelsea lapse. 31 years old Cesc Fabregas was with Arsenal for 8 seasons and lifted the FA Cup with them in 2005. He was also a key player at Emirate stadium under former coach Arsene Wenger. At the moment Cesc Fabregas is yet to play in the EPL for Chelsea owing to the fact that new manager, Maurizio Sarri prefers to start Jorginho, Matto Kovacic and N'golo Kante at the … [Read more...]

Hayes takes a sly shot at Thibaut Courtois

Former Chelsea goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois forced his move away from Stamford Bridge in the summer transfer window by refusing to resume for training The Blues were left with no option than to agree to his demand and see to it that he moved to his desired club, Real Madrid. Chelsea, few minutes to the close of the summer transfer window made moves for Atletico Bilbao goalkeeper, Kepa Arrizabalaga and so far, the goalkeeper has been great. Coach Maurizio Sarri arrived at Chelsea at a time when the Blues had sacked his countryman, Antonio … [Read more...]

England legend applauds Ruben Loftus-Cheek on Twitter

Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek was the man of the match for the Blues in the Uefa Europa League match against BATE Borisov on Thursday night. Loftus-Cheek, 22, fired brace for the Blues in the first half before he went on to make it a hat-trick in the second half. His recent performance has been applauded by fans and pundits. However, England legend, Gary Lineker in a recent statement has also joined the list of fans that have so far applauded the 22 years old English midfielder. Chelsea set to offer … [Read more...]