October 10th 2024.
John Terry was an integral part of the Chelsea team during the 2004/05 season, where they had one of the best defensive records in Premier League history. As a Chelsea legend, Terry takes pride in being part of a record that he believes may never be surpassed.
Under the management of Jose Mourinho, Chelsea's defense was like a well-oiled machine, dominating their opponents and eventually winning the title. This was a significant achievement, considering the previous dominance of Manchester United and Arsenal in the league.
Mourinho's team, famously known as the "mean machine," only lost one game and conceded a mere 15 goals throughout the season. Terry was a crucial member of this formidable defensive unit, alongside the likes of Ashley Cole, Riccardo Carvalho, and Paulo Ferreira. With the support of goalkeeper Petr Cech and midfield anchor Claude Makelele, it was no surprise that Chelsea was a tough team to beat.
Terry and Portuguese defender Ricardo Carvalho formed a superb partnership at the heart of Chelsea's defense. Cech, who missed the last two games of the season, only conceded 13 goals in the entire campaign, showcasing his exceptional skills as a goalkeeper.
Despite their record-breaking season, Terry still believes that their defense could have been even better. Recently, he came across a list of the 15 goals they conceded that season and couldn't help but feel a bit annoyed. However, he also takes great pride in being part of such a fantastic team.
In a recent Instagram post, Terry wrote, "Going over the games and goals in my head, I can't help but think we could have conceded even less. Records are made to be broken, but I doubt anyone will ever beat the 15 goals we conceded in the Premier League."
Cech, who saw Terry's post, pointed out that he missed the last two games of the season, just like his captain did. To this, Terry replied, "Neither did I mate. I had a toe operation to ensure I would be fit for pre-season. So technically, we only conceded 13 goals together."
As Chelsea fans reminisce about their team's glory days, it's clear that Terry and his teammates were truly a force to be reckoned with. With their incredible defensive record, they have set a high standard that may never be surpassed in the Premier League.
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