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After Spurs nightmare, one Chelsea player starting vs Liverpool is now a no-brainer

After Spurs nightmare, one Chelsea player starting vs Liverpool is now a no-brainer

Chelsea’s 2-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur over the weekend was Xabi Alonso’s worst moment as Blues boss so far. Alonso got his tactics and team selection wrong on the night, resulting in Chelsea getting absolutely dominated and beaten by their fierce rivals.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 26
Chelsea receive injury boost ahead of Liverpool clash as striker spotted in training

Chelsea receive injury boost ahead of Liverpool clash as striker spotted in training

On Saturday night, injuries hampered Chelsea as Xabi Alonso’s men suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Tottenham. But ahead of the Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool, Alonso has received a boost.

Chelsea FC News / The 4th Official / October 26
Emegha To Lead The Line | 3-4-2-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Liverpool

Emegha To Lead The Line | 3-4-2-1 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Liverpool

Chelsea will lock horns with Liverpool at Anfield this Wednesday night as they look to secure a good result away from home in the EFL Cup. The Blues suffered a lackluster 2-0 loss at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur in the London derby recently, so they would be eager to put in a much-improved showing in midweek.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 26
Why one Xabi Alonso mistake vs Spurs was unforgivable – he of all people should have known better

Why one Xabi Alonso mistake vs Spurs was unforgivable – he of all people should have known better

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got it completely wrong against Tottenham Hotspur. No one can deny that. You can point the finger at Mike Penders for making a horrific mistake.

Kendry Paez News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 26
Chelsea’s true feelings on Kendry Paez emerge ahead of the January transfer window

Chelsea’s true feelings on Kendry Paez emerge ahead of the January transfer window

Alongside Estevao Willian, Kendry Paez was meant to be the next big thing at Chelsea. However, it has not worked out for the young attacker. Neither of Paez’s loan moves have gone to plan, while he is yet to make an appearance for Chelsea’s first team.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 26
Ex-Premier League referee calls for football rule change after ‘serious’ Chelsea vs Spurs incident

Ex-Premier League referee calls for football rule change after ‘serious’ Chelsea vs Spurs incident

Chelsea suffered an embarrassing 2-0 defeat to Tottenham on Saturday, with Cole Palmer’s red card summing up a frustrating afternoon for the Blues. Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett has since called for a rule change following the heated clash between the London rivals.

Chelsea FC News / The Pride of London / October 26
Why Chelsea's discipline problems still need to be solved

Why Chelsea's discipline problems still need to be solved

Since the beginning of last season, Chelsea have received the most red cards in the Premier League, with nine, even before their game against Spurs on Saturday, they were still a considerable margin ahead of the team below them who were their opponents at Stamford Bridge.

Joao Pedro News / The Pride of London / October 26
Can limited information about Joao Pedro injury be considered good or bad news?

Can limited information about Joao Pedro injury be considered good or bad news?

Joao Pedro’s absence from Chelsea’s game against Tottenham has left fans with more questions than answers, perhaps even more than Danny Welbeck not being his direct replacement.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 26
'I’m in shock' – Alonso tactical disaster has pundit questioning everything

'I’m in shock' – Alonso tactical disaster has pundit questioning everything

Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea setup is bringing him a lot of criticism after the Blues played very passively. Losing to Tottenham at home is never good for any Chelsea manager.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 26
Chelsea defender receives blame for soft defending as he lets Tottenham man blow past him

Chelsea defender receives blame for soft defending as he lets Tottenham man blow past him

Maxence Lacroix has been criticised for his efforts after letting Spurs score their second goal far too easily. In the aftermath of a brutally disappointing home loss against Tottenham on Saturday, people are looking for where to put the blame.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 26
Petty Palmer needs to grow up and be a leader for Chelsea

Petty Palmer needs to grow up and be a leader for Chelsea

Cole Palmer’s flashes of petulance cost Chelsea dearly, and he needs to do better if he wants to show he’s a mature player. The aftershocks of Chelsea’s defeat to Spurs on Saturday evening continue.

Soccer News / Talk Chelsea / October 26
'Strange one' – Former Arsenal player can’t understand Alonso’s big lineup decision

'Strange one' – Former Arsenal player can’t understand Alonso’s big lineup decision

The decision to use Morgan Rogers up top proved to be a bad one for Chelsea, who probably now regret it. The news that Joao Pedro was injured was a massive blow to Chelsea, and in the end Xabi Alonso’s decision to replace him by moving Morgan Rogers up top and putting Geovany Quenda on the left wing didn’t work at all.

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Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 25
'Passive' Chelsea accused of playing like a small team against rivals at home

'Passive' Chelsea accused of playing like a small team against rivals at home

Xabi Alonso set up Chelsea to play on the counter, but the idea never really looked like working and the Blues were beaten. The Daily Mail’s Kieran Gill has accused Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso of looking “foolish” after getting his tactics wrong against Tottenham last night.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 25
'We lose together' – Xabi Alonso on how he will help youngster recover after horror mistake

'We lose together' – Xabi Alonso on how he will help youngster recover after horror mistake

Mike Penders scored an own goal against Tottenham yesterday, a horrible moment for a young player making his first league start. As a 21 year old making your debut in goal, the worst possible start is an own goal (and a crucial one) against your team’s biggest rivals.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 25
Personal terms verbally agreed as Chelsea aim to get ambitious signing done by January 1st

Personal terms verbally agreed as Chelsea aim to get ambitious signing done by January 1st

Chelsea have reportedly largely agreed personal terms with Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, according to Simon Phillips. The England international has stood out as one of the top young midfielders in the Premier League in recent times, and it seems inevitable that he’ll earn himself a big move sooner or later.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 24
‘Star’ Chelsea player is ready to leave the club in the January transfer window

‘Star’ Chelsea player is ready to leave the club in the January transfer window

Chelsea could be approaching an important decision over Kendry Páez, with the highly rated Ecuadorian reportedly ready to leave Stamford Bridge when the January transfer window opens.

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