December 5th 2024.
According to Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf, there are only two teams that have a chance of winning the Premier League title. Despite their impressive 5-1 victory over Southampton last night, Leboeuf insists that Chelsea is not in the race for the top spot. However, the Blues' strong performance on the south coast has put them within seven points of current leaders Liverpool, making them the league's top scorers for the night.
In contrast, Arne Slot's team, who are also vying for the title, dropped two points after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Newcastle. This result has opened up the possibility for other teams to catch up in the points race. Chelsea's manager, Enzo Maresca, has continuously stated that his young team is not likely to maintain their momentum and challenge for the title this season. Leboeuf agrees with this sentiment and believes that the real competition will be between Arsenal and Liverpool.
When asked about the title race, the former Chelsea defender told ESPNFC, "I still put Arsenal and Liverpool in the mix. I think Manchester City will struggle, and I don't see Chelsea as contenders. For me, it's only Arsenal and Liverpool." However, he also cautions that things can change in football, and one team's fortunes can quickly shift. He points out that Arsenal can bounce back, and Liverpool may drop points as they did in their recent match.
Leboeuf also mentions the strong performances of young players such as Cole Palmer and Jadon Sancho, who were both on the scoresheet in Chelsea's win over Southampton. He acknowledges their potential but also notes that their inexperience may pose a challenge in the long run. Despite this, the team's confidence is currently high, and they are scoring goals from all areas of the squad. Maresca's side is proving to be a genuine threat and may even challenge for a top-four finish this season.
The Chelsea manager himself is pleased with the team's performance and attributes their success to their attacking style of play. "From the beginning of the season, we have focused on our two wingers, two attacking midfielders, and No.9 to be the ones scoring the goals," he states. He goes on to highlight the contributions of young players such as Noni, Cole, Jadon, Nico, and Christo, who have all been involved in goals this season. Maresca also points out that only a few teams have conceded fewer goals than Chelsea, which is a commendable achievement.
In summary, Leboeuf and Maresca both agree that Arsenal and Liverpool are the main contenders for the Premier League title. Chelsea may not be in the race this season, but with their young and talented squad, they are sure to offer strong competition and challenge for a top-four finish. The team's current confidence and attacking prowess have been key factors in their success so far, and they will continue to strive for more as the season progresses.
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