Schürrle brings us versatility and balance
It's difficult to see Andre Schürrle ending up beloved at Stamford Bridge. But it's not difficult -- at all -- to see him making a significant contribution to the team.
Chelsea FC: Analysis
Ramires on the counter vs Man United
On a day that Chelsea struggled to find the break through against a lackluster Manchester United, Ramires's physicality, speed and energy play a crucial role in setting up a counter-attacking goal.
Chelsea's Top Four picture becomes much clearer
With just four matches remaining in the 2012-13 Premier League, where do Chelsea stand in relation to their Top Four goal? As it happens, they're masters of their own fates.
On Chelsea and Individualism
Chelsea used to be one of the dominant forces in world football, but they no longer are. Why is that? Fernando Torres knows, but may not actually be aware that he does.
Analyzing the two goals against Rubin Kazan
How Lampard and Ramires used their strengths to set up the goals for Torres and Moses.
Gary Cahill out for two weeks, should we panic?
Chelsea's most often used central defender will be out for a bit and John Terry is just a shadow of his former self. Can David Luiz & Branislav Ivanovic handle the load?
2012/13 Chelsea Statistics: Third quarter update
A few numbers and charts at the three-quarter mark - 29 matches - of the Premier League season (and the other competitions in-between).
A great goal we almost scored
It could have been great. It could have been REALLY great!
Three goals vs Bucharest analyzed
Goals from Mata, Terry and Torres (yes, really!) put Chelsea through. We break the buildups to the goals down and take a closer look. Pics, GIF and words!
Rafa Benitez finally gets it right
The interim manager has made a lot of mistakes since taking over at Chelsea, but Sunday afternoon he made some adjustments that altered the game
Breaking down Hernandez's goal
Basic organization issues continue to plague Chelsea, and led directly to United's opener on Sunday
Manchester City vs. Chelsea: Match analysis
Why did Chelsea play so poorly against Manchester City? Because Roberto Mancini was expecting a counterattack and took steps to completely neuter it.
Chelsea beats Wigan with counter-attacks
Their attacking adventures on the left wings left Wigan exposed to lethal Chelsea counter-attacks down that side with Ramires and Azpilicueta running the show.
On Chelsea's tempo problem
Chelsea don't have the personnel to effectively control matches, and it's costing them dearly.
How Chelsea beat Arsenal
Chelsea dominated the game in the first half, passing quickly and moving purposefully. Arsenal improved drastically after the break, but the home side hung on to a narrow 2-1 win. Charts, screen caps and words. So many words.
Chelsea vs. Southampton: Match analysis
Rafa Benitez was thoroughly outfoxed by Nigel Atkins and a relegation-threatened team. At Stamford Bridge. Yikes.
Classic Lampard vs. Stoke
A detailed analysis of Frank Lampard's performance against Stoke City.
Scouting Stoke City
Preparation for the ultimate test of footballing manhood! A look at Stoke's current form, their approach and their main man.
Why Fernando Torres is gone for good
The Fernando Torres of old is gone. We should have seen it coming, but we didn't. Why not? All the signs were there. We could have saved ourselves a lot of grief.
Demba Ba, centre forward
Chelsea's newest signing scored a brace against Southampton on Saturday, and his second goal is worth of particular attention.
How Chelsea conceded the Pienaar goal
Hazard's misplaced pass set off a series of Chelsea mistakes that led to the early goal by Steven Pienaar. Cole, Azpilicueta and David Luiz all played a role in this setback.
Chelsea makes a comeback with 4-2-3-1
Chelsea struggled early on with 4-3-3 but improved after a switch back to the familiar 4-2-3-1. Everton attacked down the left while leaving space behind for the visitors to exploit. Chelsea wins without controlling the midfield.
Breaking down Mata's goal vs Norwich
The attack had little width and got crowded at the center. But Mata's talent sublimely capped off a buildup that was going nowhere.
Analyzing the Torres Goal vs Aston Villa
With a precise header following a good movement, Torres scores a typical center forward goal.
Breaking down the Torres goals
The Chelsea center forward has made a habit of scoring against weaker sides, but is this down to Torres or the competition?
