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 goalscorer, Eden Hazard was not available for the match but to the surprise of many, the Blues picked up the three points with high numbers of goals. Video: See how Andy Robertson came with the assist that gave Sadio … [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 Bridge, which he rarely got at Real Madrid. So far, the Croatia international has made ten appearances for the Blues, with eight of it coming from the English Premier League. 'I knew this is my season' - Chelsea … [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 but he affirmed that the England international despite scoring will still have to fight to get a chance in the Blues first squad. Why Ozil might not captain Arsenal Some reports from Stamford Bridges have made it … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Rudiger and Barkley shines, Chelsea player ratings
The biggest match this weekend between Chelsea and Man Utd came to an end with a draw (2 - 2.) Many had tipped Chelsea to grab all three points but Coach Jose Mourinho and Man Utd today proved they still have some great performances up their sleeves. As expected Jose Mourinho man marked Eden Hazard using Ashley Young, who did some great job by frustrating the Belgium striker. Chelsea had two goals thanks to the efforts from Antonio Rudiger and Ross Barkley. Below are the ratings of Chelsea Players against Man United 1. Kepa Arrizabalaga (6): the Blues goalkeeper was stable in the first half as Man Utd didn't constitute a threat. He also made a great save to deny Juan Mata a goal but there was nothing he could do about Anthony Martial's goal as Chelsea … [Read more...]
EPL: Jurgen Klopp says he needs no reminder about Eden Hazard, compares Matteo Kovacic to a Formula 1 car
Coach Jurgen Klopp in his pre-match conference disclosed that he is not new to Eden Hazard and he is definitely not the only Blues player to watch out for. Klopp will be leading his boys to Stamford Bridge tomorrow to battle against Chelsea in the EPL 7th game. Liverpool hope to maintain their top spot on the EPL table but playing a team as strong as Chelsea is making it all difficult and hard to achieve. Various football pundits have been fingering Belgian striker, Eden Hazard as the brain behind Chelsea performance. This comes after he came from the bench to help Chelsea equalized by paving the way for the first goal which was scored by Emerson before he went on to add a second one. However, Jurgen Klopp in his statement disclosed that he needs no … [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 international and Chelsea striker, Eden Hazard as one of the top three in the world. He added that before coming to England, he never knew Hazard is good but having played alongside him week in week out, he can say that the … [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 in the EPL and UEL. Below is a list of Chelsea players that need rest. 1 Eden Hazard - The Chelsea points man and Belgium international has been consistent for the Blues this season. Hazard had featured in all … [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, Matteo Kovacic sustaining an injury and was replaced with England international Ross Barkley, who gave his best for the Blues. Since the beginning of this season, Coach Sarri Maurizio had preferred to start Kovacic … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard! These two Chelsea players are different
Eden Hazard says these two Chelsea midfielders are different Chelsea top rated striker and Belgium international, Eden Hazard is happy at Stamford Bridge especially after he secured his second goal over the weekend in a match against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. The Belgium international was close to leaving Chelsea for Spanish, Real Madrid in the summer transfer window that closed in August. Eden Hazard, who led his home country, Belgium to a third place in the 2018 World Cup tournament hosted by Russia had said he will leave Chelsea. Done Deal: Why £75,000-a-week Star Chose Chelsea Over Manchester United But Chelsea new coach, Sarri Maurizio was able to convince him to stay on. However, Sarri Ball is really getting the good out of the 27-year-old … [Read more...]
Chelsea midfielder issues serious warning
Chelsea loanee midfielder from Real Madrid issues out warning The Blues had their major winning yesterday over Newcastle at the St James' Park Sunday afternoon. This game has made the Blues an 100 percent contenders in the 2018/ 19 English Premier League season. Chelsea under Sarri have had three straight wins from Huddersfield to Arsenal and now Newcastle. Most of these games have been won by luck but the Blues fans do not care so long they are winning. Well, one of the key players of yesterday match Croatian international, Matteo Kovacic has issued out warning. you may also like: Insider! Manchester United Attacker Set For La Liga Return The top rated midfielder for the first time started the game for the Blues yesterday and he was really … [Read more...]
Picture: Chelsea midfielder’s wife dubbed ‘ Shakira’
Picture: See Chelsea midfielder's wife dubbed 'Croatia Shakira' Chelsea seems to be the happiest football club in England at the moment following their sweet performance against Arsenal. The Sarri Maurizio boys went ahead to make the Gunners get another sour taste of defeat with the game ending in a 3 -2. One of the players that put off a great performance to the admonishment of fans is Real Madrid loan out Player and Croatia international, Matteo Kovacic. Kovacic is one of the midfielders that is likely to end up in Chelsea even after his loan term expires as Sarri will ensure he gets to sign him on a permanent deal. Well, apart from being an awesome player, Kovacic sure do have eyes for beautiful ladies and one that speaks volume of beauty is his wife, … [Read more...]
Video: Arsenal vs Chelsea – Loaned out player excels at Stamford Bridge
Video : Arsenal vs Chelsea - Real Madrid loaned out player excels at Stamford Bridge Following the Blues win against Arsenal FC, the club have been in the news. Chelsea are the best team that have the best midfielders this season. The Blues have two super midfielders, N'Golo Kante and Jorginho. However, the arrival of Real Madrid midfielder, Matteo Kovacic has brought about changes to the team. Coach Sarri Mauricio, who is a big fan of Matteo had planned of making the player one of the three permanent midfielders at Stamford Bridge. The former Napoli boss had disclosed two spots of three midfielders are available for Kante and Jorginho on a permanent basis. While the remaining spot is to be shared between Ross Barkley, Matteo Kovacic among … [Read more...]
Chelsea star hints he might not return to Spain
Real Madrid loaned out player at Stamford Bridge hints he might not return to Spain European Champions, Real Madrid and English football club, Chelsea had some exchange in the just concluded English Premier League transfer window. Chelsea former goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois moved to Spain where he is now signed to Real Madrid while Real Madrid loaned out Croatia international, Matteo Kovacic to Chelsea as part of the exchange. However, it looks as if Kovacic is planning to secure a permanent contract once the loan deal lapse. The Croatian midfielder seems happy to be at Chelsea as he is likely to get more playing chances there, playing a supporting role to Chelsea new signing, Jorginho. Kovacic has always wanted to leave La Liga giant Real Madrid owing … [Read more...]
Done Deal: Why £75,000-a-week Star Chose Chelsea Over Manchester United
Croatian midfielder Matteo Kovacic has joined Chelsea from Real Madrid in a season-long loan deal. The midfielder becomes the fourth player to join Chelsea this summer, following the arrival of Rob Green, Jorginho and Kepa Arrizabalaga to the Stamford Bridge earlier this summer. Kovacic who refused to train with Real Madrid until his future was resolved, was a target for Manchester United but he refused to join the Red Devils due to Jose Mourinho's style of play. However, the 24-year-old has join Premier League rivals due to the playing style of Maurizio Sarri. The arrival of Kovacic came right after the signing of Kepa Arrizbalanga who is currently the most expensive goalkeeper ever. Kovacic was part of the Croatian team that took second at the World Cup … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set To Announce Arrival Of Midfielder Any Moment From Now
Chelsea are nearing a loan deal for Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic, according to reports. The Blues have been linked to several targets since the start of the summer window, as Maurizio Sarri hopes to bolster his squad in his first season at Stamford Bridge. Kovacic who was part of the Croatian team that impressed at the World Cup in Russia, has said he wants to leave Santiago Bernabeu this summer, in order to get more playing time elsewhere. However, Real Madrid are said to be unwilling to allow the midfielder leave this summer and have tried convincing him to stay one more season at the club under new boss, Julen Lopetegui. But Marca is reporting that Chelsea are ready to sign Kovacic on a season-long loan after reaching an agreement with the … [Read more...]
Man United boosted to sign £17m-rated CB
Chinese club, Tianjin Quanjian offer £17 million centre back to Man Utd Coach Jose Mourinho happens to be the top coach that has been linked with moves for different centre-back defenders this season. The Portugal international has been linked with Harry Maguire, Toby, Alex Sandro, Yerry Mina among others. But new update have made it known that Chinese club, Tianjin Quanjian defender, Axel Witsel is about to join the list. According to report the Chinese club willingly offered the player to Manchester United as they fixed his transfer price at £17 million. Apart from the Red Devils, Bundesliga club, Borussia Dortmund have also shown interest to bring him to Germany. But recent report state that Dortmund may have dropped the idea because they are not … [Read more...]