Despite all odds, Chelsea successfully evicted London rivals Tottenham Hotspur from the FA Cup last weekend. They return to premier league duties when they host Southampton FC at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea's boss chose to rest a handful of his key players against Tottenham in the semi final encounter at Wembley. So, we're expecting stars like Diego Costa, Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas to return to the starting XI when they clash with Mauricio Pochettino's side. Chelsea's temporary skipper Gary Cahill wasn't fielded in the FA Cup match due to illness and it was young Dutchman Nathan Ake who was used in his place. Nevertheless, Cahill is expected to be fit against the Saints and start the match. Eden Hazard is expected to get back to the starting XI while … [Read more...]
Legend: Kante Shouldn’t Have Won The Award, Here Is Who Deserves It
N’Golo Kante won the prestigious premier league player of the Year award last Sunday, beating the likes of Alexis Sanchez, Romelu Lukaku, Harry Kane, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and his own teammate at Chelsea Eden Hazard. However, Danny Murphy is of the opinion that the Frenchman should not have gone home with the award, but that his teammate Eden Hazard deserves being crowned the player of the year in the premier league. He insisted that Eden Hazard has been far more important against the top guys in the English top flight this season. Even though Kante has enjoyed a superb first season at the west London club after winning the title with Leicester City last season, Danny thinks the comeback of his Belgian club-mate has been simply breathtaking to watch. He … [Read more...]
Chelsea Star Asked Club To Let Him Go To Real Madrid
According to new reports, Chelsea forward and Belgium international Eden Hazard has requested his side to allow him join Spanish side Real Madrid this season. This season under new Italian manager Antonio Conte, the Belgian star has been one of the best performers for the Stamford Bridge club. As expected, his impressive performances has drawn different attentions to him, including Real Madrid who are keen on getting his signature. According to reports from the Spanish media, Hazard is a priority for Madrid's manager Zinedine Zidane, and the former France international has asked the club president to bring him in. It was added that the Madrid chief has sworn to do all he could to make Hazard come to the club during the summer transfer window, and he is … [Read more...]
Good News For Manchester United Ahead Of Man City Clash
Man City boss Pep Guardiola has asked his side to put the FA Cup semi-final defeat to Arsenal behind them, and concentrate on the Manchester United game at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday night. However, the former Barcelona manager could be without the duo of David Silva and Sergio Aguero in the Manchester United derby as both were forced off during the FA Cup clash. It was Argentine star Sergio Aguero who broke the deadlock in the 62 minute at Wembley with a superb goal. But Arsenal's Monreal equalised not too long, before former Barcelona forward Alexis Sanchez scored the victory. Even though Pep is obviously disappointed with the game, he has called on his men to bounce back for Manchester United game - an important game that can determine if they will … [Read more...]
Congratulations To Chelsea Fans! After Tottenham Win, This Is Another Reason To Be Happy
France international N’Golo Kante went home with the prestigious Professional Footballers’ Association player of the year award last night.The Chelsea midfielder secured the most votes from his fellow players. After being part of the Leicester team that won the premier League title last season in a surprising campaign, the Frenchman is on his way to winning this English top flight's title this current campaign with his new club Chelsea. His Chelsea teammate Eden Hazard, who won the prestigious award in 2015, was part of this season's nominees following his impressive performances at Stamford Bridge this current campaign. Nevertheless, it was Kante who was preferred to the Belgian. Tottenham forward Harry Kane was also nominated following his sparkling … [Read more...]
Mourinho Set To Sign Italian Striker With £84M, Is It Justifiable?
As this season approaches it end, Manchester United Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho has no other choice but to sign at least one quality attacker in the summer transfer window. Swede star Zlatan Ibrahimovic is now out injured, and apart from the fact that a long-term successor is required, his injury needs to be considered, with new reports, there are claims that the Old Trafford club are closing in on a deal to get the signature of Italy star player Andrea Belotti. He plays for Torino and is presently the joint leading goalscorer in the Italian league, having scored 25 times alongside AS Roma's Edin Dzeko. In 33 games for his Serie A side this season, the Italian international has scored 27 goals and has provided 6 assists. It was added in the report … [Read more...]
Chelsea Given Major Boost In Pursuit Of World’s Most Expensive Defender
Chelsea have been delivered a major boost in their pursuit of Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly, after club president admits the defender might move elsewhere. The Senegalese defender has been linked with a move to the Stamford Bridge since last summer transfer window, with reports that the Blues tried to sign during the last summer window. There are speculations that Chelsea have retained their interest in the defender and will move for him next summer, as Antonio Conte hopes to look for reinforcements next summer. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has now given Chelsea a major boost after admitting that Koulibay could move next summer, and he will not stand in the way of a potential deal. He told Gazzetta dello Sport, : “If there’s a new offer from … [Read more...]