W
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ith Chelsea
clinching its 6th English premier League title, they are sure having
their turn in the limelight—not that it’s such a new thing for them,
anyway. They can go all out to celebrate
their triumph even with two matches left.
Chelsea won the coveted trophy in England with
a 1-0 away win over West Bromwich Albion on May 12, under the tactical guidance
of Antonio Conte, a first timer in English Premier League. Chelsea, no doubt,
had a great run this season, winning the matches that mattered with their
innovative formation, which had most teams second-guessing the lethal power of
their coach’s antics.
This might seem too
early, but it is interesting to speculate what happens next after this outing,
especially with the transfer window coming and the return to the UCL, which has
its peculiar pressures. Chelsea is
likely to encounter hurdles upon hurdles. How you might ask? Here are some of
the reasons why they are likely to miss out on all the trophies and not retain
their title next season.
1.
UCL
Rumbles
With
winning the premier league title, Chelsea has automatic ticket to next seasons UEFA
Champions League, which they didn’t make this season, giving them better
chances at focusing on the premier league. Though there might be other factors,
but this can be easily linked to their win. Other teams like Manchester United,
Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester City had their hands full with championship
and other competitions.
2. Adapt to Conte’s style
Conte’s
freshness in England paid off as his formation is quite new, catching other
teams unawares. Come next season, teams would have familiarized themselves with
his style which puts Chelsea on the precarious position. Now the chances of his
coming with a new formation is likely impossible as coaches are known to use
what works best for them.
3. Likely Exist of Eden Hazard
Hazard
is undoubtedly the fireman for Chelsea and with Real Madrid showing interest in
him, his chances of remaining at Stanford Bridge is slim. This might not be a
major problem but finding an adequate replacement immediately is definitely a
problem for Chelsea.
4. Transfer Market
The
transfer market opens very soon and who knows who will be leaving and who will
remain and how quick can the team regroup to make a formidable entity like the
just concluded season? Not forgetting the fact that other teams will be tightening
any loose end.
Mourinho
and Pep Guardiola are coming for the win next season as the latter would want
to continue with his track record of being a winner.
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