Frank Lampard's men made the 2000 mile trip to Southern Russia a successful one with four goals and a clean sheet against Champions League debutants Krasnodar, but it wasn't as simple as the score-line (or the opposition) may suggest. With five changes from Saturday's draw with Manchester United, the line-up saw a first Chelsea start … Continue reading Last Time Out: Blues Run Riot in Russia
Frank Lampard Needs Consistent Lineups – What Can They Be?
Recently we have seen Frank Lampard struggle for a consistent lineup as well as personnel. In this piece I will give three lineups (one main, one backup, and one if a complete tactical change is needed) as well as the personnel in them for this season. Main Formation: 4-3-3 To start a lot of people … Continue reading Frank Lampard Needs Consistent Lineups – What Can They Be?
Chelsea vs Liverpool – Tactical Preview
Chelsea will host the reigning Premier League champions, Liverpool this Sunday at Stamford Bridge in what should be an entertaining fixture. Frank Lampard has bolstered his squad significantly this window and will look to punish Jurgen Klopp’s side by making a statement. Only 2 of the new 6 Chelsea signings were featured in our 3-1 … Continue reading Chelsea vs Liverpool – Tactical Preview
Lampard Potential 2020/21 Formations
Several additions have been into the first team. These players all have distinctive styles of play which could cause some headache for the manager. For instance, Hakim Ziyech is a creative wide player who isn’t pacy enough to be a threat in transition. Also, Timo Werner is a natural striker who feels better playing out … Continue reading Lampard Potential 2020/21 Formations
Full Analysis of Lampard’s Defensive Conundrum
Every formation seems to be ineffective for Lampard’s backline. Whether 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 or 3-4-3, it doesn’t help the fact that lots of goals will be conceded. The formation only changes the structure it doesn’t change the organization. As a result of this every individual in the defence probably just had their worst season ever … Continue reading Full Analysis of Lampard’s Defensive Conundrum
Opposition Report: Wolverhampton Wanderers
The final day of the Premier League season is here. Chelsea play Wolverhampton Wanderers at home. The reverse fixture was a delight to watch, especially considering the shaky start to our season. Chelsea snatched a comfortable win, scoring five goals, with Tammy Abraham bagging a hat trick. Since the restart, Chelsea’s fortunes have been up … Continue reading Opposition Report: Wolverhampton Wanderers
Opposition Report – Manchester United
Praneeth give us the lowdown on Sunday's opposition in our FA Cup Semi Final. Manchester United have been strong since the restart, and will require a top-quality display from the Blues to break down.
Opposition Report: West Ham United
Chelsea Football Club have had a good June, with 2 wins in the Premier League and a win in the FA Cup Quarter-Finals following the return of football after the COVID-enforced hiatus. Next up, Chelsea face West Ham at the London Stadium on Wednesday. The Blues are currently in the sat in 4th place on … Continue reading Opposition Report: West Ham United
Opposition Report: Leicester City
Following the return to the 2019/20 season under Project Restart, Chelsea Football Club have started with 2-1 wins against both Aston Villa and Manchester City. Now they turn their attention to the FA Cup Quarter Finals, where they’ll be taking on Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. Both sides have drawn home and away … Continue reading Opposition Report: Leicester City
Opposition Report: Manchester City
Following the return to the 2019/20 season under Project Restart, Chelsea Football Club have started this part of the campaign with a 2-1 win against Aston Villa, after conceding a goal in the first half. Now Chelsea will take on Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Both sides are in the Top Four, with the Blues … Continue reading Opposition Report: Manchester City