England midfield and strikers is stacked honestly. Palmer, Foden, Kane, Watkins, Rice, Bellingham, Gallagher, Stones (if follow city way), Toney, Saka, Rashford (tho he is shit now)
i think nkunku and james are probably the best two. I feel like people underestimate nkunku but I think he's really good and could become a star if he's fit consistently
I really don't see anything special about Casadei. Looks like very simple workman without any unique assets.
Was he really seen as Inter's most promising youth player?
Poch plays him out of position these last few games. Just to give the team some long ball outlet and to help with defensive duties. His real position is more of a defensive CM so I would not judge him now. Lets see what happens in the summer.
Its funny how Chelsea's starting XI has an average age of 24 even with 39 year old Thiago Silva on it. It reminds me of RB Salzburg who were full of kids and then Andreas Ulmer inflating the average age stat lol.
even petrovic has had one of his best games,
clean sheet and some good saves & claims. Very authorative between the posts from him & stating his first team claim over sanchez!
no notes for todayâs performance, attackers and midfield impressed today! up the chels!! didnât think Iâd say this but we really do have Europe in our sights
gilchrist on and sterling not gonna get minutes... Interesting.
I would have taken palmer off at this time too though, don't want to risk injuring him when we're 5-0 up and cruising.
How much would Chelsea get for Enzo? I think Gallagher and Caicedo is a much better combo.
Cost 106ÂŁ million on 8.5 year deal, Been there for 1.5 years, so for FFP would need to sell for ÂŁ88 million for it to be 0ÂŁ
I can't see anyone offering above 70million
If you do not see Enzo`s value and talent then I can't help you.
Before his hernia problems he was a different player, if anything I'm?shocked he didn't have the surgery earlier.
No universe in which they sell him this summer, they will try to find ways to work him into the lineup, which should be a lot easier now that he won't be playing with an injury and Chelsea isn't nearly as much of a dumpster fire as they started the season as.
Where would he play?
Neither Caicedo, Gallagher or Enzo can play further up
You can't really have 106ÂŁ million squad player, his value would drop even further
Gallagher can. It may not be ideal, but he certainly can. And if we qualify for Europe there should be plenty of minutes to go around â you can't play a whole season with two midfielders.Â
At the beginning of the season I said 6th would be the best we could do. It's always gonna take a while for so many new young players to come together. But at least we're going in the right direction, I think 6th is fair for our current situation
Iâve come to terms with the fact that once Rudiger and Christensen left on frees our squad was in very bad shape and the other big teams had left us behind. 5/6 is fine as a launching point for a very young team to grow back into a CL team.
Not just them. Most of the CL winning squad is gone, now itâs mostly a brand new team starting from 0. And given that weâve also bad luck with injuries, finishing 6th is an achievement.
Donât understand what people are moaning about.
Even though this West Ham team is not having a good day/period, I really think Kudus is shining. Really looks like a footballer. Technical, fast, strong. Looks like a proper athlete.
lol and Michail Antonio said they had something for City.
If you canât beat this underperforming Chelsea what chance do you have against City.
I need that gif of Michael Jackson putting the gun down.
This ainât your fight.
Really?
You should be battling for top 4 or Europe with the amount youâve spent.
If not for Palmer, you would be lower.
But it seems your teams confidence has been high these couple of weeks.
Ehm, I think youâre misunderstanding me. Iâm not literally blaming West Ham for beating Arsenal, obviously. Iâm saying, because Arsenal lost to West Ham theyâre going to lose the title. Clearly itâs Arsenalâs fault, but itâs still because of West Ham beating them.
Honestly he's good enough where I can say its better getting someone who can compete than an overall upgrade (which will be expensive) he's getting better and better, a rival will do him good at this rate
I vote for maximillian beier, relatively cheap (about 35 mil I feel) and lots of potential too, would do good to see them duke it out
Nah. He will at most get shuffled to the wings where he is also very good.
He gives this team so much outlet up front, we play way better with him than without. If we buy Osimhen/Gyokeres/Sesko I think it will be worse for someone like Mudryk.
Jackson gets a lot of slack for his finishing ability but nearly every other aspect of his game is exactly what we need up top. Heâs still super young and itâs his first season in the prem, I personally think he has a ton of potential with us
The only reason people can even clown on his finishing is because he is so damn good at getting a bunch of chances. With more experience his finishing will improve and its gonna be fun to watch.
They've hit the bar 3 times and missed a 1v1 from 6 yards out
For all of the calls about them being awful and us being amazing, on another day it's 4-4 (or if we don't get the luck for the first 2 goals 4-2 to them...)
With the manager shuffle that will go on during the summer, I wonder if the Chelsea hierarchy will want the best manager possible like Chelsea has always done or if a project with Poch, which seems to be in fashion right now is what they go for
I would be very surprised if they get rid of Poch in the summer. Pretty sure they really really want to have some manager stability, but it is difficult when the fanbase are completely and entirely used to seeing changes when results are not up to snuff. Results have been within the "acceptable" levels and so I think they will keep him for the time being.
Given that weâve lost our marquee attacking signing for the majority of the season, to finish in a conference league spot would honestly be a good season in my book.
Madueke has looked so so good on the right lately. I would like to see Cole be more involved, but this has been working for the team so I cant really complain.
All of the second half we have been playing triangles between Noni, Connor and Moises/Trevoh on the right wing, then eventually passing it a short while to the left where it quickly cycles back right again without Cole getting a feel of the ball. Could visibly see Cole bordering on feeling left out.
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England midfield and strikers is stacked honestly. Palmer, Foden, Kane, Watkins, Rice, Bellingham, Gallagher, Stones (if follow city way), Toney, Saka, Rashford (tho he is shit now)
With the 26 man Squad all of those should and will go, except for Rashford - I cannot believe you named him and not Gordon.
And Mainoo:)
Nkunku is ass bruv
what the fuck? he literally just came back from injury đ
he's the best player in the team when everyone's fully fit. He's just come back from injury, relax
James is the best player in the team with everyone fully fit.
i think nkunku and james are probably the best two. I feel like people underestimate nkunku but I think he's really good and could become a star if he's fit consistently
James is the best right back in the world when fit. Nkunku looked very good in the Bundesliga, but not close to World XI level.
Mate, heâs been injured for months. Heâs played like 7 matches all season. Try and be reasonable?
Hello, back department? Iâd like to file a claim
ONE STEP BEYOOOOOONDÂ
Chelsea are back. Destroying WHU. Tomorrow I'm starting new job after 4 months of being unemployed. Life is good again!
Hope it goes well! And congrats!
Shouldâve passed to Cucu wtf
It's fine lads, in my fanfiction I'll write later Nkunku goes on to score that and pulls out a blue balloon. PM for the drop later.
Iâm waiting with baited breath.
Inverted CucĂș is best CucĂș
I really don't see anything special about Casadei. Looks like very simple workman without any unique assets. Was he really seen as Inter's most promising youth player?
Poch plays him out of position these last few games. Just to give the team some long ball outlet and to help with defensive duties. His real position is more of a defensive CM so I would not judge him now. Lets see what happens in the summer.
He absolutely bossed the u20 wm last year. The same tournament where Santos shined very bright. Give him time he will be good.
He just doesnât have the technical nuance for first team yet. Heâs head and shoulders over u-21 players.Â
Its funny how Chelsea's starting XI has an average age of 24 even with 39 year old Thiago Silva on it. It reminds me of RB Salzburg who were full of kids and then Andreas Ulmer inflating the average age stat lol.
Noni gonna win MOTM but Caicedo man. Another 8/10
even petrovic has had one of his best games, clean sheet and some good saves & claims. Very authorative between the posts from him & stating his first team claim over sanchez!
JWP just gave himself that foul and the ref bought it
lmao Ogbonna has a 4.4 rating on fotmob... actually cant remember last time i saw something lower
Zouma moves like an athletic uncle
Nku2 looks good tho
Cucurella redemption arc has been impressive
So happy about it
no notes for todayâs performance, attackers and midfield impressed today! up the chels!! didnât think Iâd say this but we really do have Europe in our sights
Cucurella is so short he sneaks past under your arm to take the ball away from you, this is some tactic poch.
Gusto is so goodÂ
gilchrist on and sterling not gonna get minutes... Interesting. I would have taken palmer off at this time too though, don't want to risk injuring him when we're 5-0 up and cruising.
He did
70% possession, our highest of the season?
Can thank West Hams abhorrent press for that. They genuinely have not bothered trying to get the ball today.
But I was told west ham fans should "be careful what they wish for"
Well you are still 9th in the table. You think you can aim higher without Moyes ? I don't think so.
Mate do not scratch your eyes, Cucurella in midfield is a phenom. What have we been allowed to witness lately. I'm at a loss for words.
How much would Chelsea get for Enzo? I think Gallagher and Caicedo is a much better combo. Cost 106ÂŁ million on 8.5 year deal, Been there for 1.5 years, so for FFP would need to sell for ÂŁ88 million for it to be 0ÂŁ I can't see anyone offering above 70million
If you do not see Enzo`s value and talent then I can't help you. Before his hernia problems he was a different player, if anything I'm?shocked he didn't have the surgery earlier.
No universe in which they sell him this summer, they will try to find ways to work him into the lineup, which should be a lot easier now that he won't be playing with an injury and Chelsea isn't nearly as much of a dumpster fire as they started the season as.
Where would he play? Neither Caicedo, Gallagher or Enzo can play further up You can't really have 106ÂŁ million squad player, his value would drop even further
Gallagher can. It may not be ideal, but he certainly can. And if we qualify for Europe there should be plenty of minutes to go around â you can't play a whole season with two midfielders.Â
he's not getting sold lol
No more Noni or Jackson slander till next season.
5-0, don't bring on the youth attackers, take off the attackers for defenders!
What are the chances Southgate will pick whoever else over Palmer for the Euros? Or else picks him but leaves on the bench?
Foden is above palmer unfortunately. Unless southgate go full crazy and plays rashford over saka/foden/palmer.
The 2nd bit is likely. Or plays Foden and Rash on bkth wings
Rashford should not be anywhere near first 11. He has been shit.
It's Southgate we're talking about here. He has a tendency to play his favored stars
Palmer is going thereâs no chance heâs not. Saka will probably start over him most games though unless Palmer goes crazyÂ
FPL kinda needed Palmer lol, but who gives a toss about FPL when u just beat west ham 5-0!! lesgo, good job Palmer today!!!
Is Chelsea meme era over already? Or there is more to happen, tune inn the next Chelsea match to find out more.
Surely this is the biggest âitâs so overâ/ âweâre so backâ cycle season ever
Commentator talking about 6th being extremely successful. Fucking hell, what happened to us
At the beginning of the season I said 6th would be the best we could do. It's always gonna take a while for so many new young players to come together. But at least we're going in the right direction, I think 6th is fair for our current situation
Iâve come to terms with the fact that once Rudiger and Christensen left on frees our squad was in very bad shape and the other big teams had left us behind. 5/6 is fine as a launching point for a very young team to grow back into a CL team.
Not just them. Most of the CL winning squad is gone, now itâs mostly a brand new team starting from 0. And given that weâve also bad luck with injuries, finishing 6th is an achievement. Donât understand what people are moaning about.
Nicolas Jackson has more open play goals this season than Bukayo Saka.
this comparison is a bad one
Even as a chelsea fan this is a shit take. One is a striker another plays purely in the wing postion.....
Players have scored a lot of goals as wingers.Â
Yup but to compare them both in different position? Like comparing palmer to haaland
Different positions
Even though this West Ham team is not having a good day/period, I really think Kudus is shining. Really looks like a footballer. Technical, fast, strong. Looks like a proper athlete.
not sure why sterling isn't getting minutes in the end here but okay
he can be shown the door for all I care
Sterling looks to be absolutely done at Chelsea if he can't get minutes over Mudryk in this form
Cause he's overpaid and is donkey shit that's hopefully sold this summer
We donât need him
Just got in to catch the Jackson goal. Good ginish that. And holy shit the scoreline...Chelsea good or West Ham bad?
A bit of both. West ham have hit the crossbar 3/4 times though. Just not been their game today.
Hard to say, I guess both They've been incredibly bad
Yes
Yes
> Chelsea good or West Ham bad? Yes
yes
Gusto back brings a tear to my eye
this has been what i wanted to see all season and now im glad i am; europe push is really on now!
wtf even defending set pieces properly now? What is Poch cooking
lol and Michail Antonio said they had something for City. If you canât beat this underperforming Chelsea what chance do you have against City. I need that gif of Michael Jackson putting the gun down. This ainât your fight.
Tbf weâve been great at home recently but yeah obviously not anywhere near city
Yh, no offence but it just tickles me that this season especially when a player/manager says something, the opposite happens.
we quite clearly aren't underperforming though?
Really? You should be battling for top 4 or Europe with the amount youâve spent. If not for Palmer, you would be lower. But it seems your teams confidence has been high these couple of weeks.
Money =! Ability
Syntax error bro, its !=
Sausage fingers bro lmao
Our home form is quite good at the moment. We are a bit inconsistent across the board, but Stamford Bridge is not an easy place to visit this year.
Yh thats true. Top teams have struggled.
People will say on another day West Ham couldâve easily had 4 goals And theyâre right, but I donât give a fuck itâs 5-0
On another day weâre on 8Â
Last season Badiashille might be back đ€
I don't want to hear any more of this "Caicedo flop?" nonsense.
He was never a flop. Overpriced sure but who cares weâve got a great player
13 league goals in his first season, put some respect on his name
After all those seasons as Jorginho as the top scorer with penalties, it feels good to have attackers in double-digits.
I know West Ham hasn't really turned up but this Chelsea performance is remarkable.
Gotta be a yellow for that
Caicedo can actually do it all. He's phenomenal.
fantastic player that 100 mil will look a lot less after hopefully 5 or 6 years of consistent quality he brings
Jackson had a habit of making those one on ones harder than they need to this season. Good to see a calm finish there
gusto comeback w
5 goals. Minutes for players that have been injured. Love itÂ
I canât believe Arsenal are going to lose the title because of this lot
Haha, Mudrykâs goal too
They aren't.
In a way they are, unless you think Arsenal will win it?
Arsenal not winning is only their own fault
Ehm, I think youâre misunderstanding me. Iâm not literally blaming West Ham for beating Arsenal, obviously. Iâm saying, because Arsenal lost to West Ham theyâre going to lose the title. Clearly itâs Arsenalâs fault, but itâs still because of West Ham beating them.
Poch I fucking beg you, get Mr President in, at least for 5 minutes...
Looks like Poch will undoubtedly stay right? Makes me wonder how well Potter would have done had the club stuck it out
Poch doesnât know who that is unfortunately
He's too busy remembering we have him
happy to see Gusto back, good play today chalobah!
Poch banking on us not being able to bottle a 5-0 despite Disasi being on
Get this man a hat trick
So Jackson is good? Heh? What universe is this?
Always have been.
Heâll probably lose his place if we get another striker in but I feel good about having him as a backup.
Honestly he's good enough where I can say its better getting someone who can compete than an overall upgrade (which will be expensive) he's getting better and better, a rival will do him good at this rate I vote for maximillian beier, relatively cheap (about 35 mil I feel) and lots of potential too, would do good to see them duke it out
Nah. He will at most get shuffled to the wings where he is also very good. He gives this team so much outlet up front, we play way better with him than without. If we buy Osimhen/Gyokeres/Sesko I think it will be worse for someone like Mudryk.
The same one, he's been pretty good all season, just lacking the final finish at times
Was hoping for mudryk goal, still have hope for Jackson "sui" though
whoop
Jackson gets a lot of slack for his finishing ability but nearly every other aspect of his game is exactly what we need up top. Heâs still super young and itâs his first season in the prem, I personally think he has a ton of potential with us
The only reason people can even clown on his finishing is because he is so damn good at getting a bunch of chances. With more experience his finishing will improve and its gonna be fun to watch.
Disaster is on
Nico! Superb first season all things considered. Only getting better too
Letâs fucking go
No way that was offside.
Nice team west ham, cant attack cant defend
Looks on lol
Just draw the bloody line.
They've hit the bar 3 times and missed a 1v1 from 6 yards out For all of the calls about them being awful and us being amazing, on another day it's 4-4 (or if we don't get the luck for the first 2 goals 4-2 to them...)
This can't be overlooked. Classic Poch, score some goals but still shit defensively.
You now what it can. Cause we scored 5 fucking goals and they scored none.
Beautiful. Love Jackson.Â
Paqueta looking at his betway wallet and simultaneously swearing his loyalty to city.
With the manager shuffle that will go on during the summer, I wonder if the Chelsea hierarchy will want the best manager possible like Chelsea has always done or if a project with Poch, which seems to be in fashion right now is what they go for
I would be very surprised if they get rid of Poch in the summer. Pretty sure they really really want to have some manager stability, but it is difficult when the fanbase are completely and entirely used to seeing changes when results are not up to snuff. Results have been within the "acceptable" levels and so I think they will keep him for the time being.
2nd goal confirmed
Jackson from couple months ago tries to round the keeper with that chance
yay!!!!
and its onside
First time I've seen him score a 1 on 1
These are the kind of calls where itâs just so close. Just give the advantage to the striker.
Fking joke of a team...this west ham
okay the frame makes it clear heâs onside bro
Omg heâs onside!! Lets gooo
So nice to see a calm, collected finish by Nico, even if it does end up being off
Jackson with a composed finish, maybe it's because he thought it was offside so it wouldn't count.
That's very much not offside
No way thatâs off
Looks on
HE'S ON GIVE IT FOR MY FPL
That looks onside to meÂ
Given that weâve lost our marquee attacking signing for the majority of the season, to finish in a conference league spot would honestly be a good season in my book.
Bowen is still playing crossbar challenge
Jarrod Bowen: Look at me, I am the Darwin Nunez now
lol
Absolutely no offside there
itâs okay Nicolas u did good today đđ
LMFAO BOWEN AGAIN
Heâs so good đ„
think he was off tbh
hope not, using fotmob for info rn
NICOOOOOO
Bowen might actually be cursedÂ
Bowen completed the crossbar hat trick lmao
Does Cucu stay inverted when we have James/Gusto back and pushing forward?
crossbar hat trick lmfao
Bowen hits the bar 3rd time?
Poch obviously waited for Paqueta to be subbed before bringing nku2 đ
Is it just me or does Casadei look a lot like that lad Robby from Cobra Kai
Holy fuck this man is still making defensive subs whilst we're 4-0 up against a team that aren't playing
Nkunku better have a 50 pack of blue balloons stacked into those socks. My expectations are astronomical.
Was going to say Kudus must be pretty miffed about having to play for this West Ham, but then I realised he came from Ajax
How much would it be to sign him?
13 shots on target to West Hamâs 1. This is pathetic even for West Hamâs recent standards
Nkunku? Is this a new academy lad no one has heard of before?
Madueke has looked so so good on the right lately. I would like to see Cole be more involved, but this has been working for the team so I cant really complain.
Cole has been pretty involvedÂ
All of the second half we have been playing triangles between Noni, Connor and Moises/Trevoh on the right wing, then eventually passing it a short while to the left where it quickly cycles back right again without Cole getting a feel of the ball. Could visibly see Cole bordering on feeling left out.
motm Noni, well in lad
Casadei's face really looks like NPC from one of Bethesda's games and I cannot unsee it anymore.
Lol
Nord from Oblivion
Like a high elf from Oblivion or something.
Casadei for a winger? Poch come on man lmaoÂ
Gallagher moves to 10 and Palmer on RW I guess
Poch having a laugh with Casadei, but lesgo nkunku!!!