Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is set to be without the services of as many as eight players when his side travels to Sheffield United. Defender Ben Chilwell (illness) and goalkeeper Robert Sanchez (unspecified, undisclosed injury) were not passed as fit to feature in the dramatic come from behind home over win Manchester United. We'll see what happens, but when you … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News at Sheffield: Chilwell, Sanchez, Colwill, James
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Mauricio Pochettino Urges His Chelsea Side to Believe Against Liverpool
Chelsea FC accomplished a score draw that felt like a win for them at Manchester City a couple hours ago. Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino said he was very pleased with both the performance and spirit of his side on Saturday, and that this showing should give them belief that they can defeat Liverpool FC next weekend in the EFL Cup Final. "We need to feel that it is possible … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Urges His Chelsea Side to Believe Against Liverpool
Chelsea Team News at Man City: Silva, Sanchez, Lavia, Badiashile
Chelsea FC visits Manchester City in what will no doubt be the headliner fixture of the next Premier League weekend. And we have Blues team news aplenty, with the latest updates on the likes of Thiago Silva, Robert Sanchez, Romeo Lavia, Benoit Badiashile, Marc Cucurella, Reece James and more. Let's dive right in, ahead of this blockbuster fixture on Saturday afternoon. … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News at Man City: Silva, Sanchez, Lavia, Badiashile
Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction at Crystal Palace
Getting that W in a cup competition was huge for Mauricio Pochettino and his Chelsea FC side this week. Beating a very good Aston Villa side, to move on to the FA Cup 5th round, is a massive morale boost ahead of the Blues visit to Crystal Palace on Monday night. Pochettino is not exactly a popular guy right now among the supporter base right now, so any major victory helps … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction at Crystal Palace
Chelsea Unlikely to Sack Mauricio Pochettino Any Time Soon
While a very large portion of the Chelsea fan base is already "done" with Mauricio Pochettino, the manager's gig is safe. At least for now. There has been speculation that Pochettino could be facing the sack soon, but reports in both the Evening Standard and the Daily Mail today convey that his job security is not in any immediate danger. But it's not because the club's … [Read more...] about Chelsea Unlikely to Sack Mauricio Pochettino Any Time Soon
Mauricio Pochettino Explains Why Moises Caicedo Has Struggled So Far
Moises Caicedo hasn't lived up to his lofty price tag, since he made the switch from Brighton & Hove Albion (after an apparent deal with Liverpool fell through) to Chelsea FC this summer. However, he is certainly not alone in this regard, on Chelsea's very bloated, historically expensive roster. Plus, $146 million is a lot to pay for anybody. Unless you're Jude … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Explains Why Moises Caicedo Has Struggled So Far
Nicolas Jackson Warned By Pochettino to Better Understand Premier League Rules
With Christopher Nkunku finally nearing full match fitness, Nicolas Jackson could soon see himself marginalized at Chelsea FC. The striker certainly hasn't done much to help his own cause, given his how he's accumulated seven yellow cards already, in just his first 12 Premier League matches. Manager Mauricio Pochettino has warned Nicolas Jackson that he needs to better … [Read more...] about Nicolas Jackson Warned By Pochettino to Better Understand Premier League Rules
Pochettino Very Angry, Labels His Chelsea Team ‘soft’ in Loss to Newcastle
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is very angry after his side lost to Newcastle United, earlier today, 4-1. We know that because he said so, using the word "angry" four times for emphasis. The angry Argentine labeled today's effort the worst game of the season thus far for Chelsea, and even referred to his side as "soft." … [Read more...] about Pochettino Very Angry, Labels His Chelsea Team ‘soft’ in Loss to Newcastle