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Fans are questioning whether or not Levi Colwill is worth the hype

Academy graduate Levi Colwill was at fault for West Ham’s goal in Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Graham Potter’s Hammers. His weak back pass got pounced upon by Jarred Bowen, who ruthlessly buried the ball in the bottom right corner beyond an exposed Filip Jorgensen in goal.  Touted as the next best home-grown defensive talent after […]

Is it time to upgrade on Nicolas Jackson?

Signed from Villarreal amidst little to no prominence after just his first full season in top-flight football, Nicolas Jackson appears to be progressing, albeit at a slower rate than expected.  The 23-year old Senegalese has somewhat managed to divide opinions of fans who both recognise how good he might turn out to be but know […]

Three things we learnt : Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea – more misery for Maresca

Chelsea entered today’s match inside the top four with a chance to maintain being three points ahead of Newcastle after their 2-1 victory against Tottenham. Instead, the Blues drew 1-1 for the second time this season against Crystal Palace after a late goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta following a Cole Palmer mistake on the ball. In […]

Josh Acheampong may have just won himself a starting centre back spot at 18 years old

A frustrating evening for many Chelsea faithfuls as Palace made sure the Blues dropped points once again, leaving them winless in four. Palace have now taken secured back to back 1-1 draws against Chelsea this season. Despite the disappointment at not recording a win, many Chelsea fans were gladdened at the inclusion of 18-year old […]

Palmer is receiving additional attention – a positive or a cause for concern?

Coming off his first full professional season where he shattered records, it is no surprise that Cole Palmer is now receiving special attention from opposing players and coaches.  After a fairytale last season, Cole Palmer is fast realising how difficult it would be to replicate his previous heroics as teams pay more care to shutting […]