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5/5 long balls, 7 passes into final third and 97% pass completion – Chelsea midfield turns into Xavi

5/5 long balls, 7 passes into final third and 97% pass completion – Chelsea midfield turns into Xavi

Chelsea’s star attackers got all the credit last night, but two central players kept things ticking over nicely for the Blues. The standout players from last night’s win over Aston Villa were very clear.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Rosenior names what impressed him most about attacker who may have made himself an instant starter

Rosenior names what impressed him most about attacker who may have made himself an instant starter

Alejandro Garnacho was given a long awaited start in the Premier League last night and made the most of it, according to his manager. Liam Rosenior spoke in glowing terms about a number of his players after last night’s win, but Alejandro Garnacho got maybe the biggest praise.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Sources link Chelsea with dream 21 year old signing to revolutionise midfield

Sources link Chelsea with dream 21 year old signing to revolutionise midfield

Aleksandar Pavlovic would be a dream signing in midfield for many Chelsea fans – and there are some tempting links emerging. We’re into the final nine games of the season now, meaning transfer season is already just around the corner.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
ESPN detail Chelsea needs for the summer transfer window with one big addition

ESPN detail Chelsea needs for the summer transfer window with one big addition

ESPN have been detailing the summer transfer needs for each club in the Premier League, and they have of course covered Chelsea. The Blues are likely to be a bit busy again in the summer come the end of the season, with a few positions that they probably still need to strengthen in.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
'You’re a coach!' – Former Chelsea player fumes at Blues manager at the time

'You’re a coach!' – Former Chelsea player fumes at Blues manager at the time

Former Chelsea defender Malang Sarr has been left fuming by the actions of his former manager Mauricio Pochettino. It was a story that came across as pretty shocking at the time when it all came out, and I remember it well as I was covering the press conference.

Mike Penders News / Chelsea News / March 5
Chelsea reject Spurs and Newcastle enquiries for player they plan to integrate next season

Chelsea reject Spurs and Newcastle enquiries for player they plan to integrate next season

Chelsea have reportedly rejected enquiries from Tottenham, Newcastle, and others for goalkeeper Mike Penders. The clubs have apparently been lining up to try and sign him at the end of the season, when the stopper’s loan move at Chelsea’s sister club Strasbourg comes to an end.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Chelsea fans start to open up their hearts to hope after ten years of getting burned

Chelsea fans start to open up their hearts to hope after ten years of getting burned

Joao Pedro is living his dream after working his way up to a top club, and it all peaked last night with a Premier League hattrick. There was one man at the centre of last night’s win over Aston Villa – Joao Pedro.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
19 G/A – How Chelsea striker compares to fellow Champions League chasers’ big money signings

19 G/A – How Chelsea striker compares to fellow Champions League chasers’ big money signings

Joao Pedro’s hot start to life at Chelsea has put him well ahead of the other summer signings from the Premier League. Joao Pedro’s hattrick last night was the latest instance of his superb form.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Huge claim about Chelsea’s 20 year old who is being pushed by Rosenior as a starter next season

Huge claim about Chelsea’s 20 year old who is being pushed by Rosenior as a starter next season

Mike Penders is doing well with Strasbourg, but it seems like a long shot that he will be Chelsea number one next season. There is a huge claim from rumour site TeamTalk today about Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
'I’ve said to the physios' – Cole Palmer shares major fitness update

'I’ve said to the physios' – Cole Palmer shares major fitness update

Cole Palmer has revealed he’s feeling the best he’s felt in “four of five months” following Chelsea’s win against Aston Villa. The Blues ran out emphatic 4-1 winners at Villa Park, to move above Liverpool and back into fifth place as the race for Champions League football continues.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Joao Pedro stole the show, but Rosenior praises Chelsea star who did 'everything right' vs Aston Villa

Joao Pedro stole the show, but Rosenior praises Chelsea star who did 'everything right' vs Aston Villa

Liam Rosenior has praised the performance of Alejandro Garnacho against Aston Villa and claimed he did “everything right” on the pitch. The Blues ran out emphatic 4-1 winners on Wednesday night at Villa Park, as they recovered from going a goal down in the first five minutes to record an emphatic win.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
'The right manager' – Steve McManaman claims Chelsea ace is much better suited to Rosenior than Maresca

'The right manager' – Steve McManaman claims Chelsea ace is much better suited to Rosenior than Maresca

Steve McManaman has claimed Liam Rosenior is better suited to Joao Pedro than Enzo Maresca was following Wednesday’s win against Aston Villa. The Blues recovered well from a poor start, which saw them a goal down in the first five minutes, to run out emphatic 4-1 winners.

Liam Rosenior News / Chelsea News / March 5
'Go with your gut' – Liam Rosenior lifts the lid on huge decision against Aston Villa

'Go with your gut' – Liam Rosenior lifts the lid on huge decision against Aston Villa

Liam Rosenior has revealed he dropped Robert Sanchez for Chelsea’s crucial game against Aston Villa because of a “gut feeling” in training. The Blues ran out Emphatic 4-1 winners at Villa Park, despite making a poor start and going a goal down in the opening five minutes.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Former England striker names Chelsea player as his favourite in the Premier League

Former England striker names Chelsea player as his favourite in the Premier League

Former England striker Michael Owen has said that Chelsea forward Joao Pedro is his favourite striker in the Premier League right now. Big compliments indeed coming from a player who was a superb striker in his day and burst onto the scene at just 17-years-old.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
'Playing badly' – Former Chelsea player slams Arsenal’s style of play and 'good fortune'

'Playing badly' – Former Chelsea player slams Arsenal’s style of play and 'good fortune'

Former Chelsea goalkeeper Rob Green has come out and slammed Arsenal’s style of play, saying they get good fortune. Arsenal have come under a lot of scrutiny this season for how they play and how they win games, with many believing that if they win the Premier League, it will be the worst performing side to ever do it.

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Unai Emery News / Chelsea News / March 5
'Congratulations' – Unai Emery full of praise for Chelsea, also needs to blame himself

'Congratulations' – Unai Emery full of praise for Chelsea, also needs to blame himself

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery was full of praise for Chelsea after a 4-1 defeat to the Blues last night, and deservedly so. Chelsea were absolutely superb last night, especially showing strong character to come back from going a goal down early on.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 5
Former Aston Villa player says Chelsea had 'best team performance' he’s seen for 'some time'

Former Aston Villa player says Chelsea had 'best team performance' he’s seen for 'some time'

Former Aston Villa striker Stan Collymore says that Chelsea put on the ‘best team performance’ he’s seen in ‘some time’. Chelsea beat Villa in their own backyard last night, with Joao Pedro banging in a hat-trick to continue his incredible scoring record and form of late.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 4
'Worked hard with him' – Rosenior on what his staff have taught Joao Pedro to make him a top 9

'Worked hard with him' – Rosenior on what his staff have taught Joao Pedro to make him a top 9

Joao Pedro was naturally the talk of the press conference after his triple for Chelsea, and Liam Rosenior was full of praise. Chelsea have battered Aston Villa in a huge game in the race for the Champions League, and after the game Liam Rosenior was full of praise for hattrick scorer Joao Pedro.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 4
Chelsea’s awesome xG stat shows just how good their performance against Aston Villa was

Chelsea’s awesome xG stat shows just how good their performance against Aston Villa was

Chelsea have beaten Aston Villa 4-1 with a professional performance in a huge game, earning them three huge points. There is a huge relief at Chelsea after the Blues bounced back from three bad results with a huge win over Aston Villa.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 4
Watch: Enzo Fernandez picks up a superb assist for the on-fire Joao Pedro who uses trademark finish

Watch: Enzo Fernandez picks up a superb assist for the on-fire Joao Pedro who uses trademark finish

Joao Pedro’s hot streak continues as he bags another, this time with his trademark deft chipped finish over the keeper. Chelsea are ahead against Aston Villa!

Liam Rosenior News / Chelsea News / March 4
'The way I work…' – Rosenior defends gambling Chelsea’s season on one huge lineup decision

'The way I work…' – Rosenior defends gambling Chelsea’s season on one huge lineup decision

Filip Jorgensen has been given a start in goal tonight in a huge call by Liam Rosenior, who has just defended it on TNT Sport. Liam Rosenior has been speaking

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