Image by BBC.co.uk Claude Makelele. The man that the football world have named a position after due to effect that he had in the role of a defensive midfielder. Makelele signed for Chelsea pre Abramovich in the summer of 2003 for £16.8 million from Spanish giants Real Madrid. Before he joined the joined The Blues... Continue Reading →
Chelsea stumble across another roadblock in their season in the form of an FA Cup Quarter Final clash with Leicester City. The Blues are in terrific form, gaining 6 points in the two league games since the restart, including a creditable victory over Manchester City. The home side, however, have struggled to amass any momentum... Continue Reading →
With a pirouette and a sweep of his right boot, Olivier Giroud once again proved to Frank Lampard how vital a role he will play in the remainder of this campaign, and potentially next season as well. His sweetly struck winner against Aston Villa on Sunday was his 3rd goal in 6 Premier League starts this... Continue Reading →
https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/682713?theme=dark&visual=true&scrolling-title=true&enable-volume=true Lampard Masterclass, Liverpool Champions & Leicester Preview! In our thirteenth episode of The Chelsea Spot podcast, Dan (Host - @danbarkzr), Orlando (@0rland1nho) and The Chelsea Spot writer Mash (@mashgreaves) discuss Lampard's masterclass over Manchester City which handed over the Premier League title to Liverpool, as well as looking ahead at Sunday's FA Cup game... Continue Reading →
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is issuing the board to invest heavily in the squad for next season. For his first season in the Chelsea dugout, Lampard was unable to make any necessary signings in which would strengthen the side he was inheriting from his predecessor Maurizio Sarri. Although Chelsea’s all-time leading goal-scorer couldn’t sign anyone,... Continue Reading →
Stamford Bridge is finally opening the gates back up, after a long-awaited return to the Pride of London. Despite the anticipation of the return to the Bridge, it is however only open for players, staff and stewards until further notice. The Blues welcome a dominant Manchester City side to the Bridge, with a lot more... Continue Reading →
When Nicolas Anelka arrived at Stamford Bridge in the January transfer window of 2008, it seemed to the world that he was joining as competition to - or potentially as a replacement for - the great Didier Drogba. With the Ivorian forward sulking after the departure of his mentor, Jose Mourinho (even going so far... Continue Reading →
https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/680163?theme=dark&visual=true&scrolling-title=true&enable-volume=true Chilwell Screamer, Arsenal Collapse & Manchester City Preview! IIn our tenth episode of The Chelsea Spot podcast, Dan (Host - @danbarkzr), Orlando (@0rland1nho) and The Chelsea Spot writer Jordan (@@brighty160) discuss the first gameweek of the Premier League since the return, as well as looking ahead at Thursday's game against Manchester City after they... Continue Reading →
https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/679186?theme=dark&visual=true&scrolling-title=true&enable-volume=true Aston Villa Match Review! In our eleventh episode of The Chelsea Spot podcast, Orlando (Host - @0rland1nho), Danny (@danny_new_) and Ameya (@LampardsLegacy) discuss Chelsea's quickfire comeback against Aston Villa and talk about Loftus-Cheek's fitness and him getting the start, Mason Mount's performance and Lampard's in game management to bring on Pulisic at the exact... Continue Reading →
After being 1-0 down at Half-Time, Chelsea fought back in the second half with two quick goals to gain three points. Chelsea's first game since the halt in the season was against Aston Villa, and the other results in the Premier League gave us a huge chance to increase the gap. Arsenal and Sheffield United... Continue Reading →
The time has finally come. Our beloved Blues are back in action on Sunday 21st June, as Frank Lampard takes his side to the midlands, where Chelsea will meet Aston Villa at Villa Park. Prior to the break caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Chelsea had struck a golden run of form, knocking Liverpool out of... Continue Reading →
https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/677677?theme=dark&visual=true&scrolling-title=true&enable-volume=true Transfer Roundup & Aston Villa Preview! In our fourth episode of the Simon Phillips show, Simon discusses the latest transfer news regarding the Football Club, including Werner's finalised move to Chelsea, Havertz, Chilwell, Pedro and Willian. In the second part, we talk about our upcoming game against Aston Villa and Loftus-Cheek's fitness. Prefer to... Continue Reading →
The Chelsea Chatterbox is a classic collection of pearls of wit and wisdom from the movers and shakers of London’s finest football club. From the 1955 League title and the glamour days of the 1970s to the Premier League and Champions League triumphs of the Roman Abramovich era, this series will be looking at more... Continue Reading →
It is no secret that Chelsea have suffered on the left side of their backline since the departure of veteran Ashley Cole. Current Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta stepped up to the task when he joined the Blues, but the Spaniard appeared more comfortable on the right-hand side, despite solid performances at left-back. During the second... Continue Reading →
https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/675633?theme=dark&visual=true&scrolling-title=true&enable-volume=true Premier League Rest of Season Preview! In our tenth episode of The Chelsea Spot podcast, Dan (Host - @danbarkzr), Orlando (@0rland1nho) and The Chelsea Spot writer Ameya (@LampardsLegacy) discuss the remaining nine games of the Premier League season and give predictions on how they think Chelsea will play. Prefer to listen elsewhere? Click your... Continue Reading →
Given the recent news that broke surrounding a shock move for Timo Werner, who has been reported to have agreed terms with Chelsea, and other rumours floating around involving Ben Chilwell, Nicolas Tagliafico and German sensation Kai Havertz, can Chelsea create a serious contention for the Premier League next season? The main consideration that must... Continue Reading →
Despite the news cycle currently revolving around the attacking options linked to Stamford Bridge (more specifically, German attacking options), it is evident that Chelsea have struggled defensively this season. While centre-backs who are an upgrade to our existing options are not available in the market in abundance, another position which has been suspect this season... Continue Reading →
It looks like Chelsea mean business when it comes to incomings this summer. So far they have acquired Hakim Ziyech from Ajax and have an agreement to sign RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner. But, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard will have to balance it both ways where he will have some big decisions to make during... Continue Reading →
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