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Chelsea winger, Pedro compares life under Antonio Conte and Sarri Maurizio

Chelsea winger and Spain International, Pedro so far has equal his record of 3 goals last season in four matches this season. The Blues 31-year-old left winger is one of Chelsea key players and had seen the transition of managers from Antonio Conte to Sarri Maurizio. Pedro in a recent statement compared the differences between the way Chelsea played under former coach, Antonio Conte, and Sarri Maurizio. The Spain International disclosed that life was hard under Coach Conte as the players found it hard to move out freely. This was because … [Read more...]

The kind of player Sarri Maurizio needs to replace ill performing Alvaro Morata

Spain international and Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata performance for the Blues so far this season has been below average. Morata so far this season as scored a single goal in the game against North London club, Arsenal which is too low for a Chelsea main striker. Chelsea coach Sarri Maurizio gave the Spain International another chance in the Uefa Europa leagues against PAOK, having dropped him against Cardiff in the EPL. Morata in the Blues away game at Greece found it hard to find the back of the net despite the numerous opportunities to … [Read more...]

Three things West Ham can do to defeat Chelsea FC

Pellegrini led West Ham side will host Chelsea FC in the 6th week of the English Premier League. So far the Hammers have been able to get 3 points having defeated Everton in their last match. West Ham hopes to defeat the Blues to get another 3 points and bring down Chelsea from the top of the EPL table. But with the way and style, the Blues are playing under their new coach, Sarri Maurizio, it will be a difficult win for West Ham. West Ham have some advantage over Chelsea owing to the fact that the Blues participated in the Uefa Europa … [Read more...]

Eden Hazard set to return as Chelsea take on West Ham but Gary Cahill?

Chelsea will be playing against West Ham for their sixth match in the English Premier League. The Blues had flown out to Greece to play in the Europa League as they face PAOK. Chelsea defeated the Greek side with 1 goal to nothing but could have scored more owing to Spain International, Alvaro Morata refusing to find the net for the Blues. Willian gave Chelsea the winning goal and so far the Blues have managed to keep their 100 per cent record. Of all the Blues squad that flew to Greece, the following players were left behind and they … [Read more...]

Sarri has some questions to answer over unused Emerson

The Blues left-back defender, Emerson was left out of Chelsea squad that travelled to Greece to play in the Uefa Europa League despite being eligible. Emerson has not started for Chelsea this season despite the fact that he played in the preseason. Although he is not the only one in the shoes, it seems coach Sarri Maurizio may be rating him below par. Emerson seems to be growing frustrated at Stamford Bridge as he had taken to a popular social media site, Twitter, to celebrate the Blue win over PAOK in Greece. But he had left a … [Read more...]

West Ham vs Chelsea: the blues Injury updates and possible starting eleven

The English premier league is set to return for the sixth week as Chelsea sit at the top of the EPL table followed by Liverpool. Chelsea so far maintained a hundred per cent win after five games having defeated Cardiff at Stamford Bridge last weekend. The Blues hope to maintain the sixth win as they will be facing West Ham over the  weekend. Going by past records, the game between the two clubs will be an interesting match to watch. Ahead of the match, we decided to give you an update on the current Chelsea form. Injury updates The … [Read more...]

Why Sarri Maurizio should start considering Ross Barkley over Matteo Kovacic after his performance last night in Greece

Chelsea midfielder, Matteo Kovacic was missing in action for the Blues in the Uefa Europa League following an injury he sustained in the English Premier League match against Cardiff at Stamford Bride. While the Real Madrid star stayed back at Stamford Bridge as the rest of the squad flew to Greece, England international, Ross Barkley took his place. The UEL match in Greece happens to be Ross Barkley start for the Blues this season owing to the fact that Chelsea new boss, Sarri Maurizio prefers the trio of Matteo Kovacic, Jorginho and N'golo … [Read more...]

Video: This proves things are not alright between Sarri Maurizio and Alvaro Morata

Alvaro Morata is Chelsea center forward who has failed to perform against all advantages laid before him. The Blues signed Morata as a replacement for his fellow countryman, Diego Costa but with the look of things, the Blues have to start looking for a new Center forward in the January transfer window. Alvaro Morata was relegated during the days of former coach, Antonio Conte at Chelsea as Olivier Giroud had to take his place after he failed to perform. With the look of things, the same thing is about to happen under a new coach Sarri … [Read more...]

Mateo Kovacic names another Chelsea star as one of the best three players in the world

Real Madrid loanee player, Matteo Kovacic, was missing in action for the Blues yesterday when they play against Greek football club, PAOK. Although, the game ended in a win for the Blues the absence of the midfielder was felt on the pitch of play. Kovacic was unable to fly with Chelsea squad to Greece after he sustained an injury in the EPL match against Cardiff. However, the spectacular midfielder in a recent statement spoke about the Blues recent 4 - 1 win over Cardiff at Stamford Bridge. Kovacic went on to describe Belgium … [Read more...]

Premier League Transfer News Update: Ozil, Morata, Paquet, Martial, Ramsey

Though the transfer market is currently closed, clubs are being linked with some players ahead of the upcoming winter transfer window. Here are some players making headlines in the transfer media. Mesut Ozil and Anthony Martial could be engaged in a swap deal Manchester United are reportedly set to offer want-away striker Anthony Martial plus cash to Arsenal so as to receive Mesut Ozil in return. According to Daily Mirror, Mourinho is willing to reunite with the retired Germany international at Old Trafford and he's ready to do everything to … [Read more...]

Chelsea star agent looking at different options as loan transfer lingers

Chelsea underperforming Striker and Spain International, Alvaro Morata has gotten another opportunity to perform for the Blues tonight. Owing to the fact that, he will be the one leading the Blues squad tonight at the forefront as they take on PAOK in Greece in the Uefa Europa League. Coach, Sarri Maurizio decided to give him another opportunity despite the fact that he has not performed at all for the Blues in 4 of five games in the English Premier League this season. Morata so far this season has just a single goal to his name, which … [Read more...]

UEL: Chelsea fans assaulted ahead of the match against PAOK in Greece

The Uefa Europa league is expected to commence tonight with Chelsea travelling to Greece where they will be playing PAOK. It is not a hidden fact that the Blues fans can go any length to support their football club and one of such is travelling all the way to Greece. However, a new report from Greece confirmed that two Chelsea fans were assaulted by people suspected to be PAOK fans in the early hours of this morning. According to the Greek police who also confirmed the incident the incident occurred at central Thessaloniki, Greece. The … [Read more...]

Video: Chelsea in training session ahead of tonight match against PAOK

Coach Sarri Maurizio and his boys have touched down in Greece where they will be playing their first game against PAOK in the Uefa Europa League tournament this season. The Blues jetted out of England leaving the likes of Eden Hazard, Matteo Kovacic, and David Luiz Behind. However, the surprising thing is that as the Blues squad arrive in Greece, Sarri has immediately ordered his boys to commence training. The players have been plunged into rigorous training to get them accustomed to the weather in Greece and also shake off their body ahead … [Read more...]

PAOK vs Chelsea: The Blues possible starting eleven as Hazard, Matteo Kovacic miss out

The Uefa Europa League will commence this afternoon as Chelsea will be playing against Greek side, PAOK. Chelsea has maintained a 100 per cent win in the English Premier League and hope to continue that in the UEL. However, the Blues will miss many of their key players who have stayed back in England. The like of Chelsea Talisman, Eden Hazard was dropped from the squad, the Belgium star disclosed that he is tired after the Blues weekend match over Cardiff. Real Madrid loan out player, Matteo Kovacic will also be missing in action … [Read more...]

Five Chelsea players that need to rest 

The Blues are the current toppers on the English Premier League table. Chelsea have maintained a 100 per cent win having been able to secure 15 points from their five matches. They look forward to making it a sixth as they faced West Ham this weekend. Sarri, since his arrival at Chelsea, have continually used some players consistently while some remain glued to the Bench. The Italian has given a plan of wanting to rotate his players depending on the match at hand. We believe Sarri should create a special list of players that will play … [Read more...]

Chelsea on-loan player can make England squad- club legend admits

Chelsea’s all-time leading goal scorer Frank Lampard is confident Derby’s on-loan Blues midfielder Mason Mount will make the Three Lions squad sooner or rather than later. The midfield maestro has impressed with the Rams since the start of the season and England boss Gareth Southgate was seen watching him in the clash against Blackburn on Tuesday- same night Liverpool played against PSG in the champions league. Mount was a joy to watch as he hit the woodwork with a superb free-kick. When asked about his performance after the match, Derby’s … [Read more...]

Former Chelsea star reveals the secret behind Eden Hazard 15 successful penalty kicks

Chelsea top point man during the weekend scored 3 goals against Cardiff City at Stamford Bridge. While 2 of the goals came as a result of two great passes from France International, Olivier Giroud, the third goal came as a result of a penalty kick. The Belgian striker during the penalty kick was able to deceive Cardiff Goalkeeper, Neil to the other side of the post, making it easy for him to score. Going by the record, the weekend penalty kick goal will be Eden Hazard 15th successful penalty kicks. 27-year-old Eden Hazard has played 17 … [Read more...]

UEL: Chelsea talisman out, Gary Cahill set to make first debut

Just like the Uefa Champions league has started yesterday, the second-rated football clubs tournament, Uefa Europa league will start Today. And this time around, two big English clubs made it to the tournament, they are Arsenal and Chelsea. Chelsea will be having their first leg in the tournament tonight as they travel to Greece to play against PAOK. However, a report has disclosed that things will be different in the Blues squad this time around as Chelsea new boss, Sarri Maurizio has made some changes to the squad. An earlier report … [Read more...]

Chelsea to loan out 25-year-old striker to West Ham in January

A new report surfaced online about Chelsea loaning out their 25-year-old striker, Alvaro Morata. The Blues had signed the Spain International to take over from his fellow countryman, Diego Costa but Morata has so far struggled to perform at Chelsea. Last season under former coach, Antonio Conte, the Italian had given the striker some playing chances only to finally replace him with Olivier Giroud, who did better. A similar scene is about to play out under new coach Sarri Maurizio, who gave the Spaniard chances to play in 4 of five … [Read more...]

Four players whose future are uncertain at Chelsea

The stay of football players at a particular club is based on the contract signed with the respective football clubs. While the Blues are worried about the future of Eden Hazard, who has so far refused to extend his stay at Stamford Bridge and could be out of the club any time soon. Chelsea have to worry about their defender Cesar Azpilicueta too as his contract will end very soon. Apart from this duo, there are some Chelsea players whose future at the club is uncertain but their contract will lapse at the end of this season. Below are 4 … [Read more...]

UCL: See the player to lead Chelsea to Greece and it is not Olivier Giroud

World Cup winner and Chelsea striker, Olivier Giroud had his first start for the Blues over the weekend in a match against Cardiff at Stamford Bridge. The match against the Bluebirds saw Chelsea top rated striker, Eden Hazard scoring a hat trick with two goal-assists from the France international. Giroud during the match showed how unselfish he can be and how sacrificial he can be for Chelsea. This recent act of his has earned him applause from many of the Blues fans. However, while many football fans might be thinking that Giroud has … [Read more...]

Chelsea to battle other European clubs for this unknown talent

Chelsea FC are in the news again and this time around the Blues are ready to battle other European clubs for going unknown talent. The January transfer is going to be a big one as football clubs are already scouting for new players to add to their squad. Most football clubs are planning to use the January transfer window to correct the mistake they committed in the summer transfer window. A new report has made it known that Sarri led Chelsea squad are on the move to sign a new player from Brazilian club, Flamengo. The player has been … [Read more...]

Sarri Maurizio to battle for 20-year-old midfielder

The next transfer window is set to commence in January which is 3 months from now. Various football clubs across Europe are already putting their acts together to know the player(s) to buy or sell. Chelsea new coach, Sarri Maurizio is already listing out new players he will like to sign in the January transfer window. Taking a look at the list, it was discovered that Chelsea are planning to storm Italian club, Florentine for Federico Chiesa. According to the report, Italian club, Napoli are also planning to sign the 20-year-old … [Read more...]

Eden Hazard cannot score 40 goals at Chelsea but he can in these clubs

Eden Hazard is the man of the moment in the English Premier League especially after his hat-trick against Cardiff over the weekend at Stamford Bridge. Going by the record, 27-year-old Eden Hazard now has 5 goals and 2 assists to his name in five matches, which is quite brilliant of him. Chelsea new coach, in a post-match, had declared to Hazard to set his focus at scoring 40 goals this season and move on to win the EPL golden boot. However, Stuart Pearce in a recent statement disclosed that Eden Hazard cannot score 40 goals at Chelsea with … [Read more...]

Mateo Kovacic injury is an opportunity for one of these midfielders to shine at Chelsea

Chelsea has so far kept a 100 per cent win this season with Sarri now among the four coaches to ever win their first five matches on their arrival in the EPL. The Blues are currently seated at the top of the EPL table after overtaking Liverpool with goal differences. Sarri led Chelsea squad made a name for themselves over the weekend having defeated Cardiff in a game that saw Eden Hazard scoring a hat-trick and Willian adding a fourth goal for the Blues. Despite the win, the match against Cardiff was physical which saw Chelsea midfielder, … [Read more...]