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Player Focus: Mikel Key in Chelsea's Rebuilding Process

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Player Focus: Mikel Key in Chelsea's Rebuilding Process The single biggest change that Guus Hiddink has made to Chelsea’s line-up since his arrival to replace Jose Mourinho in December has been the elevation of John Obi Mikel to the starting XI. Mikel has been a bit-part player for most of his 10-year Chelsea career, but Hiddink has started him in ...

Match Report: Chelsea Start New Year Like Old Selves

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Match Report: Chelsea Start New Year Like Old Selves With the struggling champions having turned so many corners this season - it's no surprise they've often found themselves lost and without a plan. And while the change in management didn't seem to have the immediate and resolute effect owner Roman Abramovich would have hoped for - Sunday's derby at ...

Team Focus: Who Should Chelsea Replace John Obi Mikel With?

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Team Focus: Who Should Chelsea Replace John Obi Mikel With? Whenever a new manager takes over the reins of a team, it’s inevitable that changes will be made. The same can be said of José Mourinho, who returned to Chelsea following stints with Inter Milan and Real Madrid. The Portuguese tactician has set to work early upon his reappointment, brin...

Chelsea Left Flank Key to West Brom Clash

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Chelsea Left Flank Key to West Brom Clash Andre Villas-Boas will be desperate for all three points in his first home game as Chelsea take on West Brom. Having taken a point at the Britannia in a bruising encounter with Stoke, the new Blues boss will be keen to record a victory, with both Manchester clubs already two points ahead after one r...