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Chelsea FC: Analysis

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Why wanting Rafa sacked is stupidity

We all saw and heard plenty of evidence for the unpopularity of Rafa Benitez at Chelsea. There are many, many people who want him sacked, less than a week into his reign as interim first-team manager. This idea is idiotic, and here's why.

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Fixing an out-of-balance Chelsea

New manager Rafa Benitez inherits a team with obvious tactical problems but no clear solutions. Where have Chelsea gone wrong this season and how might their issues be addressed?

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What would Rafael Benitez bring to Chelsea?

The fans would hate Rafael Benitez being brought in to manage Chelsea. But beyond that, what is he actually like as a manager, and would he be able to help the team?

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Di Matteo reaction: the tactical troubles

Tactical trouble out wide and a November slump: the sad, inevitable cycle that spelled the end for Roberto Di Matteo.

West Brom vs. Chelsea: Match analysis

Where did things go wrong in the Blues' 2-1 loss at the Hawthorns?

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Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Tactical Analysis

Two 1-1 draws in the Premier League against sides heavily influenced by Brendan Rodgers, and the former Chelsea manager had a big say in the tactical proceedings at Stamford Bridge.

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On Fernando Torres and the 'lack of width'

Fernando Torres is failing to make basic, fundamental runs, and it's costing Chelsea chances on goal.

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Chelsea vs. Shakhtar Donetsk: Match analysis

Chelsea -- and their midfield in particular -- can learn many important lessons from the close call against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday.

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Lukaku is better than Torres right now

In the past several weeks, the question has been asked about recalling Romelu Lukaku in January. I would, and I'm going to look at some statistics that make my reasons very clear.

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Chelsea vs. Swansea: Match analysis

Understanding Chelsea's 1-1 draw at the Liberty Stadium.

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