Despite returning to winning ways on Saturday afternoon with a 2-1 victory against Leicester City, the Blues’ confidence was shaken by a 2-1 setback to Southampton in midweek. Thomas Tuchel’s team has now dropped to ninth place in the Premier League, losing ground in the fight for Champions League qualifying....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
However, the west Londoners have now welcomed Wesley Fofana to Stamford Bridge, which might be a big signing that eventually allows Reece James to play in his preferred position of right wing-back. However, with the Cobham graduate missing the Saints game due to injury, Chelsea’s injury record remains a worry.
Chelsea vs West Ham
It remains to be seen if West Ham will attempt to join the Big Six in their pursuit of European football. They performed a decent job under David Moyes last season, but the Hammers have strengthened in the summer.
During the previous season, they were formidable adversaries, as seen by the fact that they made life difficult for teams like as Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool. Christian Pulisic scored the game-winning goal for Chelsea in stoppage time of their most recent match, allowing the Blues to escape with all three points despite Jorginho missing a penalty kick.
Chelsea vs Fulham
Fulham will have returned to the Premier League by the time Chelsea plays them. Many worry Fulham will yo-yo between the Championship and EPL.
Their first against Liverpool demonstrated they won’t be pushovers, as they made things tough for Jurgen Klopp’s team. Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah equalized after Aleksandar Mitrovic scored twice.
Fulham shone against Arsenal, who barely avoided defeat. Chelsea must start fast to avoid similar difficulties.
Liverpool vs Chelsea
German head coaches meet again before the international break. Last season, both teams played two classics, with Mateo Kovacic scoring a goal of the year candidate.
Liverpool’s nine-goal thrashing of Bournemouth at Anfield belies their poor start. The Blues will be on their ‘A-game’ when they visit west London, with Raheem Sterling in good form.
Chelsea wants retribution after losing the Carabao Cup and FA Cup to Liverpool.
