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The 24-year-old netted his first goal against a top-six side for Manchester United this past weekend during their 2-1 win over Chelsea and naturally, believes he deserves more respect for his consistent goalscoring record throughout his career thus far.
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Here are five talking points from an eventful clash at Vicarage Road, as Watford thumped London rivals Chelsea in an action-packed affair.
Antonio Conte responded to claims that his tenure at Chelsea is nearing its end with dogged defiance – stating he’s not worried about his job, while admitting the team’s performance was overshadowed by fear, questioning whether or not some have the strength of character to be at a big club.
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In a match both sides needed to win, a gutsy Watford prevailed after Troy Deeney’s well-taken penalty on the stroke of half-time. Chelsea for all their quality, had a numerical disadvantage for an hour after Tiemoue Bakayoko was dismissed after two sloppy bookings in five minutes and struggled to contend with the hosts’ continuous pressure as time wore on, before an action-packed ten minute spell where four goals were scored. Continue reading “Watford 4-1 Chelsea: Doucoure and Deulofeu shine as Hornets thump struggling Blues”
Ross Barkley’s £15m move to Chelsea was officially confirmed on Friday, with the 24-year-old signing a five-and-a-half year contract with the defending champions. It’s been a difficult few months for the Englishman, whose proposed £35m deal fell through on deadline day in August.
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Victor Moses was reportedly close to the exit door at Chelsea just 18 months ago. Now, he’s one of their most important players. How?
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Having reportedly rejected their initial contract offer, Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been offered a new extension deal to sign on for five more years – rightly so. The imposing Belgian, 25, is one of the world’s best and if they agree new terms, it will reinforce the Blues’ long-term plans going forward.
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Following his second red card in less than two weeks during Chelsea’s 2-1 away win over Atletico Madrid, questions have once again been asked about David Luiz.
Despite receiving plaudits for his performances upon returning to England’s top flight last term, many believe the Brazilian still has not matured enough to cut out the erratic side of his game. Is it a typical over-reaction by the media, or has Chelsea’s change in formation helped significantly mask his deficiencies?
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Despite a nervous final 15 minutes for both sides, including some fierce challenges and Chelsea’s third red card dismissal of the season, an improved Arsenal performance saw them earn a hard-fought point against the defending champions today.
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Their interest was made public early last year but now Nigeria appear to have intensified their attempts to convince talented striker Tammy Abraham into switching allegiances to represent the Super Eagles at senior level. Continue reading “Nigeria’s pursuit of Tammy Abraham is futile: Here’s why”
Watford midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah has revealed he made the decision to leave Chelsea as he would’ve been “frustrated” by another loan spell away from the Blues. Continue reading “Chalobah: I had to leave Chelsea, to avoid another loan”
Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino has warned star defender Virgil van Dijk that no player is bigger than the club, following the centre-back’s transfer request earlier this week.
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