It’s tough to know what to make of Chelsea so far this year. I had the opinion that this task came around a bit premature for Frank Lampard, and even though there are clear frailties in his aspect, it must be said the indications are promising.
Put bluntly: they concede a lot — which certainly makes them an intriguing proposition for the neutral and score a good deal. In which a Valencia side is welcomed by them in disarray, Lampard sets his sights on Europe, unbeaten games.
The Spanish giants aren’t the identical ensemble who caused Manchester United all sorts of problems in last season’s competition. In La Liga, Los Ches both have lost both of the away games from Barcelona and Celta Vigo –the latter being a hammering –and this Marcelino’s sacking has caused a wonderful deal of unrest.
Despite conceding six in their past two (and neglecting to win their opening few home games this season), I am financing Chelsea to win. Valencia appear there for the taking after their problems on and off the pitch, and also I’ve been so impressed by Chelsea output this year, particularly considering their relative inexperience. Credit for this goes to Lampard. ??
It’ll be interesting to see whether Lampard chooses to your in-form Tammy Abraham up-front or rather selects the educated, seasoned Olivier Giroud; whatever strategy he will take, however, the mood around the Chelsea camp is Far More optimistic than that which Valencia are going through, and this could play a Vital role in deciding Tuesday’s victor. ????

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