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BEST OF TWEETS: Watch Ziyech’s wonder strike as Chelsea are unable to break through Brighton’s wall

The Blues were once again stalled to a draw in what makes 7 Premier League games with only 1 win
Chelsea started off the game as dull as they have been doing so recently and this game was no different. A 28th minute wonder strike from the Moroccan Hakim Ziyech gave the Blues some hope of things changing, though.
However, the game remained as stale as it was from the start till 15 minutes after restart. A corner came back to haunt Chelsea’s lack of goal scoring threat in front goal as Ada Webster struck in a thundering header.
Incroyable Ziyech pendant que le maroc struggle contre le gabon pic.twitter.com/8hAm5SUTIS
— Hussein (@LeHuss24) January 18, 2022
Chelsea had now lost with their 1 goal advantage and it would not change till the final whistle.
Tuchel’s team now stands at third in the table with a point off Liverpool (who have a couple games in hand) and a gigantic 12 points off Manchester City (who also have a game in hand) heading into the most crucial phase of the season.
How the premier league table looks after tonight’s game pic.twitter.com/2mFx5lM8rV
— Back Again W/Troopz Podcast (@backagain) January 18, 2022
To address the elephant in the room, with so many points dropped it’s obvious the Blues’ last bit of hope to compete for the Premier League seem to have disappeared.
It will take a miracle for the Blues to now win the league, however to put things into perspective on Frank Lampard was fired last season we have to take a look at this.
Chelsea 12 points off the top.
Frank Lampard lost his job a year ago this week…11 points off to top.
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) January 18, 2022
Yeah…this is not a stat the Blues supporters would want to see right now, but it’s a necessary reminder. Hopefully Tuchel and his men can bounce and change the complexion of our season.
We should remember that losing a game has the most negative impact on not just fans but also our players. They’re going through a rough patch and need our backing. Watch Kepa’s post match conversation here.
“We need to be back in the winning ways”
A word from the Kepa. ⤵️
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) January 19, 2022
While some fans are still in denial about how a team that won the Champions League and was doing so well at the start of the season can suddenly lose form so badly, some fans already have an idea.
It’s certainly true our season has not been the same since Ben Chilwell’s long term injury which will keep him out for the remainder season but also Reece James’ hamstring injury has rubbed salt onto our wounds.
Damn it’s really crazy how the injuries of Chilwell and Reece James damaged us to the core, only Chelsea fans will understand their importance.
— Mod (@CFCMod_) January 18, 2022
However, to put things into perspective, lets look at how toothless and harmless Chelsea have been going forward, we can look at the Expected Goals (xG) stat from the game.
To put it simply, the lesser the xG, the lesser the goal threat a team had. Look how bad Chelsea’s front line was yesterday. Utterly miserable.
Brighton (0.78) 1-1 (0.59) Chelsea
— The xG Philosophy (@xGPhilosophy) January 18, 2022
And fans have noticed something that Thomas Tuchel has also admitted to. One of the reasons for such horrible showings lately has a lot to do with the body language and mentality of our players.
When we look at certain players, it feels as if they are not playing for the badge of this great club on their jerseys. No aggression, no bite, no hunger for the win.
The body language from some of these Chelsea players downright stinks.
— Alex Goldberg (@AlexGoldberg_) January 18, 2022
Thomas Tuchel: "Our players were too tired to celebrate" 😴@alanshearer: "Chelsea's bench is worth £220 million" 🤑 pic.twitter.com/eCQVwmpzMd
— DAZN Football (@DAZNFootball) January 18, 2022
Nevertheless, even during this harsh run of results, Chelsea fans are backing their manager who led them to European glory. But, the fans are worried about something else.
The chances of players who are dissatisfied with their current form and Tuchel’s style of football may be having second thoughts about him. After such performances, it’s much needed everyone involved introspects.
If the players turn on a manager like Tuchel, there’s literally no hope for any manager. I’m tired.
— Dubois (@CFCDUBois) January 18, 2022
On the flip side, if there’s one player who can hold his head during these performances is Brazil veteran Thiago Silva.
What a player he’s been at the back, becoming a fan favourite so quickly and always staying to applaud the Blues supporters. What a gem he is.
Thanks for your support this evening, Blues. 💛 pic.twitter.com/he9aSiUDHd
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) January 18, 2022
And of course, during such bad times in offense, there’s only one certain magician Stamford Bridge calls for. Fans still keep him deep in their hearts, hoping for a reunion.
Especially after how Coutinho’s return to life after he made his second Premier League debut under former teammate Steven Gerrard.
BRING BACK EDEN HAZARD
RT #HazardBack@ChelseaFCinUSA @ChelseaFC
— Dubois (@CFCDUBois) January 18, 2022
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BEST OF TWEETS: Check out all the reactions, tweets as Chelsea beat Crystal Palace late in the game

Look at all the tweets, reactions and post match thoughts as Chelsea beat Crystal Palace. Scroll down below to catch the match and post match happenings down below.

Chelsea had a tough time getting over the line but they did
The Blues went away to Selhurst Park yesterday and emerged victorious from the fixture. Chelsea played a well rounded game, created several chances but just as usual lately, couldn’t manage to convert.
However, the moment of reckoning came late but it did arrive. In the dying vestiges of the game, a long cross by M. Alonso from that fell right on Ziyech’s lap.
Chelsea spent £261m on their starting attack today. Add in the starting midfield and it’s £343m.
Happy we won but don’t let the result paper over the cracks. Our two best attackers right now are two of our cheapest ones. Ziyech, £33m, & Mount, free (and arguably a midfielder).
— Alex Goldberg (@AlexGoldberg_) February 19, 2022
Unaware Palace defenders couldn’t manage to do anything about it by the time they noticed. Ziyech pushed it inside so elegantly, with the ball going from through the keeper’s legs.
However, it was not as if the Eagles had put up a bad show, not at all. They even managed to get clear chances in on goal, with their main line of threat coming from the left wing.
Ziyech in his last 5 games for Chelsea..
– 3 goals
– 3 man of the matches
– 18 chances created— Conn (@ConnCFC) February 19, 2022
Always great to see a player who is doing well get the props for his performances, and Ziyech’s been our saving grace for sometime. From the goal against Spurs till today, he’s been stunning.
However, with City losing to Spurs this weekend, Chelsea have now closed the gap up a little. The gap now stands at 13 points, with Blues having a game in hand.
so Chelsea’s record of 15 goals conceded in 2004-05 survives for another season (spoiler: it never gets beaten)
— Duncan Alexander (@oilysailor) February 19, 2022
Also, Spurs beating City by 2-3 means another great thing for the Blues. Their record breaking defensive stats in the 2004-05 season survives another season.
Oh, and a little banter never hurt anyone? Look at the fans taking digs at the League toppers Manchester City for possibly bottling their huge lead in the league.
Whilst Chelsea were winning against Palace, wearing the seal of World champions on their shirts, Man City were racking up a defeat against Spurs – a team Chelsea beat three times in one month in January.
Let that sink in.
— Garry Hayes (@garryhayes) February 19, 2022
Look at the blunt change in tone from the German when asked about why Lukaku’s been underwhelming lately. The striker’s not been on form ever since his return to England, and blamed the system played for his performances.
Tuchel is now suggesting the opposite is the reason. Watch down below.
“No, no, no. It’s not about the system.” TT quite openly blaming Lukaku for his bad performance. Big change in tone, Tuchel is no longer protecting him like he had been. pic.twitter.com/f4UY0pUuiB
— Will Faulks (@willfaulks) February 19, 2022
However, now onto the gaffer’s comments about this game and how it will impact their chances in the CL.
Chelsea will be facing Lille in their midweek round of 16 match in the Champions League. Check out Tuchel’s post match comments.
'I'm happy that we made it.' 😁
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 20, 2022
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BEST OF TWEETS: Have a look at EVERYTHING that transpired in Chelsea’s Club World Cup triumph

Chelsea clinch their first ever Club World Cup title as they drench the world in blue
Chelsea fans are still on a high after winning the only trophy the Blues hadn’t till Roman Abramovich’s takeover of the club, coming really close once in 2012.
Live footage of the world: pic.twitter.com/IKgEKfWqFj
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 12, 2022
However, now isn’t the time to think of the past but rather to live in the moment. Read down below to relive everything that happened last night!
The first half was very uneventful, with both teams coming close. Palmeiras did get very close to scoring on a counter once but Chelsea have to thank Dudu for misfiring.
Romelu Lukaku has now scored more goals (10) than any other Chelsea player across all competitions this season.
Into double figures. 💪 pic.twitter.com/jdyDU2wPvb
— Squawka Football (@Squawka) February 12, 2022
The second half and afterwards was all Chelsea, except one mistake in handing over a penalty to Palmeiras. Chelsea scored off a pinpoint cross from CHO which was headed in by Lukaku.
Then the Brazilian side didn’t waste long in coming back into the game as they won themselves a penalty which was slotted in by Veiga.
With all equal at the full time whistle, the game went into extra time. With just 4 minutes left, Chelsea were handed a penalty thanks to a handball in the opposition box by Luan.
Cesar Azpilicueta:
"I expected the Palmeiras players to come around the penalty taker. I already told Kai he was going to shoot. I just tried to release the pressure from him, be more calm. With three minutes to go, it's an important moment. It worked!"
[via @ChelseaFC]
— Absolute Chelsea (@AbsoluteChelsea) February 12, 2022
Azpilicueta played some mind games with the Palmeiras keeper by keeping the ball with him, and then handing it over to Kai Havertz. Some mindgames.
Havertz made no mistake to slot it into the corner and finished it off. Luan was then sent off in added time, and Chelsea were crowned Champions of the World.
Kai Havertz is the first player to score the winning goal for a Premier League club in a Champions League final and in a Club World Cup final.
King Kai with the crowing moment (again). 👑 pic.twitter.com/z1rOJka2sC
— Squawka Football (@Squawka) February 12, 2022
One of the underappreciated players from last night’s glorious win was Antonio Rudiger, he left no stone unturned in making sure Mendy never had to deal with any serious shots.
Some fans are correctly pointing out how crucial he is for our backline, and that he has to stay at Stamford Bridge no matter what!
I’ve said this countless times but please man I could actually cry, just pay Antonio Rudiger what he wants, he’s incredible.
— Mod (@CFCMod_) February 12, 2022
However, one man we absolutely can’t ignore in this victory for the Blues is definitely the man in charge of the team.
Since taking over last year, Thomas Tuchel has completely transformed the outlook of this Chelsea team and has transformed them into serial winners.
His record for Chelsea is already insane in just a year since taking over, is he on his way to becoming our most successful coach ever?
One year and 17 days ago, Thomas Tuchel took charge of Chelsea. Since then:⁰⁰Champions League 🏆⁰UEFA Super Cup 🏆⁰Club World Cup 🏆 pic.twitter.com/pALuhJiyif
— B/R Football (@brfootball) February 12, 2022
Still, we can’t look past some banter regardless of what we win, right?
Look at how the clubs and fans backed Kai Havertz when some people have been questioning his contribution to the team. Always back the players.🙌
Winning trophies. 😏 https://t.co/f4tfXCRYdZ
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 12, 2022
I don’t want anyone to ever call Havertz a flop I don’t even care, man came clutch in the Champions League final and Club World Cup final
— Mod (@CFCMod_) February 12, 2022
Kai Havertz, Lukaku’s path to redemption or Rudiger’s commitment to the club despite doubts over his extension weren’t the only stories to come out of this final.
Edouard Mendy has truly been an inspiration for all of us. The Senegalese international has become the best keeper in the world, and fans see it. Excuse the language, though.
Champion of Africa. Champion of Europe and now Champion of the World.
Mendy was unemployed at 22. The definition of inspiring, what a fucking player.
— Dubois (@CFCDUBois) February 12, 2022
However, Mendy wasn’t the only player to win such huge honors for club and country.
Look at club legends who have also achieved huge things with club and country, cementing their status as one of the footballing greats.
Edouard Mendy is champion of Europe, Africa and the world.
N'Golo Kante is champion of the world for club and country.
Cesar Azpilicueta becomes the first and only Chelsea player to do a clean sweep for the club. #CFC #ClubWC
— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) February 12, 2022
And until next time, WE’RE CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD!
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BEST OF TWEETS: All the stats, opinions, jibes from the semis, AND the Lukaku goal from a different angle!

Chelsea head through to the Final of the Club World Cup after just edging past Al Hilal SFC
The Blues managed to just get a narrow victory against Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal, thanks to a defensive error by the opposition which was exploited by Lukaku.
The game was dominated all round by the Blues, creating several early chances. Especially Hakim Ziyech coming close with another beautiful strike which almost gave Chelsea their 1st.
Have a look at his goal from a more personal angle:
Romelu Lukaku: Right place, right time ⚽ pic.twitter.com/shRwNmiMKj
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) February 9, 2022
Another chance came Chelsea’s way with a cut back put in Lukaku’s way, which the Belgian tried to flick into the back of the net but completely missed the ball.
However, in the 32nd minute of the game, thanks to a horrible mistake by the Al Hilal defender who headed a Havertz cross onto Lukaku’s path a few yards from goal and the striker made no mistakes.
Absolute brilliance from Kepa!
(via @FOXSoccer)
— Chelsea FC USA (@ChelseaFCinUSA) February 9, 2022
The Blues continued to create chances into second half, except for one occasion when Kepa was called into service and made a brilliant save to ensure Chelsea proceeded into another Cup final.
The fans rightly keep pointing how Chelsea’s keeper and backup keeper are so good, it’s almost becoming an impossible task to differentiate between them anymore.
It’s actually ridiculous how good our goalkeeper duo is, everyone was worried about Kepa when Mendy went for AFCON, it’s almost like nothing changed.
— Mod (@CFCMod_) February 10, 2022
Look at what Mateo Kovacic had to say about Chelsea ensuring their place in yet another Cup final under manager Thomas Tuchel:
Into another final. 👊
Thoughts from Kova. ⤵️
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 10, 2022
While the Blues’ problems with finishing chances in front of goals continued, the fact they played more brave and free flowing football means goals will surely come in time.
Lukaku also looked as if he was fated to have another horrible showing but after he managed to bag himself a goal, his performance level and confidence both shot up, something the Blues desperately need.
I dreamt Lukaku scored a hat trick against Al Hilal as Chelsea cruised to the Club World Cup Final.
— Yimzy (@YimzyAgain) February 9, 2022
Some fans before the game were dreaming and it paid off. While the Belgian didn’t bag a hattrick, he made sure the Blues went past Al Hilal to go into the CWC final.
Despite the goal, some Blues weren’t satisfied with his performance and had some jibes to make. Look at this tweet below:
Throw Lukaku into the Al-Hilal fans in the stand at half time
— Dubois (@CFCDUBois) February 9, 2022
Still, the team without their manager still managed to have a pretty good game. Mateo Kovacic once again showed why he’s the future and present of our midfield.
The Croat was awarded Man of the Match, and fans rightly acknowledged his performance in the middle of the park.
Kovacic has easily been Chelsea’s player of the season so far. People talk about the wing-back injuries but Chelsea’s dip in form also coincided with him being injured. He’s always been dangerous in transitions but he’s now also improved his final pass too. Unreal player.
— Raj Chohan (@rajsinghchohan) February 9, 2022
Mateo Kovacic named man of the match by FIFA. No argument from me. #CWC pic.twitter.com/kclCrE5ie5
— Adam Newson (@AdamNewson) February 9, 2022
Hakim Ziyech was once again the creative engine in the forward line, and despite coming close to scoring, he had a great game.
His form since the start of the season has completely flipped, finally showing the fans why he was signed by Frank Lampard in 2020. The Moroccan is a magician.🎩
Hakim Ziyech has created 11 chances in his last 3 Chelsea appearances…
𝐖𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐝. 🧙♂️ pic.twitter.com/tauvF2S0mq
— LDN (@LDNFootbalI) February 9, 2022
And now, onto the next opponent we will be facing in the finals to lay our hands upon the Club World Cup trophy.
We’ll come up against another Brazilian opponent in the CWC final, just like the last time we played the CWC final in 2012. Let’s hope the result is different this time around!
PALMEIRAS. YOU CAN RUN BUT YOU CANT HIDE. YOU ARE NEXT. pic.twitter.com/M45SEUkEez
— Dubois (@CFCDUBois) February 9, 2022
Hopefully, the Blues trophy closet will have another addition to complete the trophy collection, something not all clubs, especially some London clubs can brag about, eh?