Chelsea FC have gotten off to a superlative start in their Premier League fixtures. The Blues are in first place having knocked off previously unbeaten and surprising Swansea City. There’s a reason I picked Chelsea FC to win the league in the summer; many football pundits did as well. “The Special One” Jose Mourinho had about as effective a summer transfer window as possible. Stanford Bridge spent a lot of money, but they bought and sold very effectively. It’s a big reason they are where they are right now.
What about Champions League though? Well, The Blues are the overwhelming favorites to win that as well.
UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNER
Predictions by ESPN FC pundits:
Chelsea FC 8
Barcelona 5
Real Madrid 2
Bayern 2
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