360 Writers – Our Player of the Year
You’ve had your votes and now it’s our turn! Remember these opinions are our own, they’re neither right or wrong. Huw (@HuwAreYa)- Juan Mata For me, it was a tough call between Ramires and Juan Mata but I think I’d have to go with Juan Mata as my CFC Player of the Year 2012-13. Seems […]
5 reasons Why Azpilicueta was our bargain of the season
After a superb performance against Tottenham, I’ve decided to write an article on our bargain of the season: Cesar “DAVE” Azpilicueta. His game versus Spurs was another great display, having Gareth Bale, the PFA player and young player of the year, under control for most of the 90 minutes. His start here at the Bridge […]
Just A Scenario #3 (Frank’s Future)
Its the end of 2012-13 season, and Chelsea has offered Frank Lampard a new contract with massive wage cut. Frankie has 6 different options now: 1) Chelsea FC, 60k per week, no guarantee of permanent start/squad rotation player 2) Fiorentina, 90k per week, captain status,Vital player 3) Psg, 130k per week, important player 4) Man […]
Is Mourinho the answer?
“Please don’t call me arrogant, but I’m European Champion and I think I’m a special one.” It is every Chelsea fan’s wish that Mourinho returns to Chelsea. Truth be told, he engineered the most successful period in Chelsea’s history. His love for the club cannot be disputed. He eats, sleeps and bleeds Chelsea. His maiden […]
The Old Guard, Should we let them go?
If we go back in time, the prospect of Frank Lampard and John Terry not starting was quite unthinkable (apart from injury demands of course). But taking a look at our tremendous 2012/2013 season, we can see that John Terry has made 18(3) appearances this season, while Lampard has made 28(8). Frank Lampard, John Terry, […]
What We Learned: Aston Villa
An incredible day for Chelsea as we secure a top 4 spot and will be playing in the Champions League next season. Frank Lampard’s double confirmed that and also, confirmed his as Chelsea’s top goal scorer as he surpassed Bobby Tambling’s record of 202 goals. A Chelsea legend and one of the best midfielders in […]
Who was Bobby Tambling?
One-nil down to Aston Villa with 30 minutes to go. Chelsea needed the points if they hoped to make Champions League football next season. Hazard played the ball across the goal to Frank Lampard, who pushed the ball away from the Villa defenders and hit it towards the goals. A slight deflection gave the keeper […]
Chelsea’s Defensive Woes Must Be Sorted Out Next Season
As Chelsea’s season draws to a close, there is much to look back upon. Even by Chelsea’s standards, this season has been extremely topsy-turvy. From making a flying start to the season to sacking a manager who was much loved by the Chelsea faithful and replacing him with one who was and is hated by […]
Match Preview: Aston Villa v/s Chelsea
With a vital 3 points on the line for both teams this match is bound to be both challenging and interesting. Don’t let Villa’s bottom of the table status fool you; we are on their turf, and they desperately want to put some distance between them and the relegation zone. Not to mention, they’ll probably […]
Friday Quiz 10 May: Manager Trivia
With Rafa’s reign at Stamford Bridge coming to an end, the Friday Quiz tests our knowledge of Chelsea’s previous managers. Who was in charge of more matches at Chelsea, Claudio Ranieri or Jose Mourinho? Who was in charge of more matches at Chelsea, Scolari or Avram Grant? Who was in charge of more matches at Chelsea, AVB […]