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Speculating WhatsApp: Chelsea Will Not See Return of Avram Grant


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Despite persistent reports, Chelsea have not reached out to former Avram Grant regarding an assistant role to interim manager Rafael Benitez.


Rafa went on without winning his three games for Chelsea after taking over from the reins of Roberto Di Matteo. Fans showed disapproval of the Spaniard’s takeover, noting his days as Liverpool manager in which his side had a bitter rivalry against the Blues.

Grant managed to leave a footpr1nt of positive impression to Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich. He led the Blues as their interim manager in 2007-08 and brought them to the Champions League final. Under him, the Stamford Bridge side never lost a league home game.


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Chelsea Fans – Opposition to Benitez Will Ensue

 THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea fans have warned that their opposition against new manager Rafael Benitez will continue as long as he stays in the club.



The Spaniard has figured in past tussles against Chelsea when he was still manager of Liverpool – the side he lead to win w1th ease to earn the 2004-05 Champions League title. Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard’s looming exit forms another reasons for his unpopularity.

Chelsea Supporters’ Group chair Trizia Fiorellino emphasized that the fans do not approve of Rafa taking over Roberto Di Matteo’s post, and that they did not want the Champions League-winning Italian out in the first place. 


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AIM 2012 Suspense: Chelsea’s Di Matteo Faces Axe, Benitez Eyed as Replacement

THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Following Chelsea’s disappointing performances in recent crucial games, manager Roberto Di Matteo has his future on the line as he faces replacement by former Liverpool and Inter Milan manager Rafael Benitez.

Di Matteo led Chelsea to win last season’s Champions League, but is currently struggling to lead the club to win w1th ease for titles. Striker Fernando Torres, with his lacklustre form, stands as his main problem

Benitez stands as an alternative to former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola, who is currently spending his sabbatical in the US. Both are highly rated managers, each with their own title-winning stints. 




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No Happy Deepavali for Chelsea: Blues Fall Down Before West Brom

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea struggled before shockers West Bromwich Albion as the Baggies triumphed 2-1 in last Saturday’s Premier League encounter.

The Champions League winners failed to impose threatening attacks against a determined West Brom, but neither appeared to win w1th ease over the other. Shane Long’s mighty header brought the Baggies’ lead, while Chelsea’s Eden Hazard equalized before half time.

Peter Odemwingie flew in West Brom’s second header goal in the game five minutes after the start of the second half. Chelsea saw efforts from Daniel Sturridge and Victor Moses, but none of their threats materialized into goals.


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UEFA English Premier League News: Chelsea’s John Terry to Stay in Sidelines for Weeks

THE LATEST UEFA ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea announced that their defender and captain John Terry would not need months for injury recovery, saying that the player will only be out for weeks.


Terry, who marked his return to the pitch with a header goal and knee injury against Liverpool on Sunday, did not incur “significant damage”, according to Chelsea. They failed to win w1th ease against their visitors from Merseyside as they ended the match in a 1-1 draw.

The club’s medical team showed no harmful findings on Terry’s cruciate ligaments. They will conduct further tests on him once the swelling on his knee disappears to see whether he could achieve fitness at an earlier date. 

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As Tight As the US Election: Chelsea, Liverpool Figure in Pulsating Draw

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea did not manage to get closer to the top spot of the table as their Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday ended in a pulsating 1-1 draw.


While Chelsea seemed set to win w1th ease through John Terry’s powerful 20th minute header, their celebration was cut short after they failed to break Luis Suarez’ equalizer on the 73rd minute.

Juan Mata and Oscar were not able to convert crucial chances. Terry, apart from a goal, marked his return to Chelsea with an injury that could take him a long time in the sidelines. 

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