Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is adamant that the Blues can finish in the top four places at the end of this current Premier League season despite the latest setback against Everton. Azpilicueta and Chelsea came unstuck against the Toffees in their Premier League clash at the weekend to dent their top-four hopes. In his recent interview via Goal, the Spanish international reiterated his belief that the Blues can still make the Champions League next season via the Premier League. He urged his Chelsea teammates not to concentrate on … [Read more...]
Hazard and Kante to return — Sarri’s probable line-up against Bournemouth
Chelsea are looking to extend their winning run to three games when they tackle Bournemouth at the Vitality stadium on Wednesday. After their shock 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, the Blues have gone on to record two straight wins — against Tottenham and Sheffield Wednesday in the Carabao cup and FA Cup respectively — and are currently preparing for Bournemouth's challenge. Considering the recent form of both clubs, the game looks like a walkover for the Blues but Premier League is full of surprises so Sarri's men must work hard to earn three … [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...]
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...]
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...]
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 … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard not among the 3 players that helped Chelsea to a strong start
The Blues manager, Maurizio Sarri in a recent statement has listed the three players that helped Chelsea to a strong start on his arrival to Stamford Bridge. Sarri's coming to England was delayed by Napoli over issues of his release clause. Many football fans had believed his late arrival at Chelsea will affect him especially on how to implement his attacking style of football in the club. Sarri disclosed he had also been doubtful of a fine start but he met a working machinery which made his style of game easier to implement. According … [Read more...]
Boost for Liverpool as Chelsea will be without these three players
Tomorrow night will be a big one as two tough teams, Liverpool and Chelsea will be meeting for the first time this season. Liverpool will play host to Sarri led Chelsea squad as they find their way to Anfield. The two English football clubs are like to rotate some of their squad. However, a new report has made it known that Chelsea will be without 3 of their players as they travel to Anfield for the big game. The Players include England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Pedro and Antonio Rudiger. Chelsea midfielder, Ruben … [Read more...]
Carabao Cup! Chelsea Injury update vs Liverpool
The Carabao League will take place on Wednesday with Chelsea playing host to the current toppers on the EPL table, Liverpool. According to coach Sarri Maurizio, the match is going to be a difficult one for the Blues. The Italian coach confirmed he might change his entire first eleven squads or at five players. Well, Chelsea are already down with two Senior team players, none of the two are likely to feature in a match against Liverpool on Wednesday. Injury Update The most recent Blues player to sustain an injury is Antonio Rudiger. The … [Read more...]
See the player that could have done wonders for Chelsea against West Ham
The trio of Willian, Eden Hazard, and Olivier Giroud found it hard to perform against a much defensive West Ham at the North London Stadium Today. As the game ended in a draw with Chelsea only able to secure a point from the game. The Spanish striker, Alvaro Morata, who came in as a replacement for France international, Olivier Giroud in the 66th minute was close to making a difference but the Hammers defense was up to the challenge as they refused to budge. However, Coach Sarri Maurizio in a post-match statement disclosed the player that … [Read more...]
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...]