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Blackburn 0-1 Chelsea Lampard 11/12

Ivanovic is actually a decent crosser that is the thing. Remember when we beat Blackburn last season 1-0 at Ewood Park and Lampard scored that header, one of the best outside of the foot crosses I have seen. Also done a similar cross against Napoli the 4-1 game for Drogba to score IIRC. He also made 5 assists in the 10/11 campaign.

No mate, not in squad at all

Maybe initial fee but total fee, whether it be with clauses is around £25m

Because so much people seem to forget what Malouda has done for the club and act as if he has been a flop for his whole time here which is untrue, so I just make fair comparisons

I do have high hopes for Oscar but I think £25m is maybe a bit too much for him regardless of potential. We kind of got ripped off there considering he was bought for almost double Cazorla's fee and nearly triple the amount we payed for Moses. Regardless, though I do agree with you, has been a summer to enjoy with the signings and there still may be more, but doubt it

They have Ben Arfa and Cisse

Why not, certainly not "suicide". He destroyed Newcastle last season

Seriously, the comments such as "2 in 3, what are the haters saying" are absurd. Really happy that Torres got his goal but for the majority of the match was crap and did not offer anything. Had it not been for Cole he would not have been on the scoresheet, The reality is yes he scored against a promoted team but was poor IMO. When we face better teams with all respect to Reading he will find it tougher. But what many of the fans alike at the Bridge tonight saw, was a player who was not working hard and just slowed it down for the team. But it is like if Torres is finding the situation tough, he resorts to his method of not trying enough or thinking any shot or run he has at the opposition may flop and lead to jeers. I am sure RDM would have noted he was rather invisible last night ad I am sure he is thinking of adding another striker but at least he got a goal. Surely a massive confidence boost for him

Was at the game tonight, I am going to summarize a few points I have picked up on, negative and positive: 1- Hazard was magnificent tonight, very unselfish, could of easily got himself a goal at the end but decided to pass. Already got 5 assists and you just have a sense of excitement when he is on the ball. Believe he can become a future legend here. 2- This game shows the unpredtictability of the Premier League. They gave us quite a good contest and had to work really hard for the win 3- Although Ivanovic has 2 in 2 so good for him but he looks a bit more weak defensively and quite slower than I thought. An alternative faster RB is needed quite soonish. 4- At home games against weaker oppositions I would rather see our "proper wingers" start on the flanks rather than Ramires. I would like to see Ramires in the centre in his usual position sometimes but I would like to Sturridge on the RW in these kind of home games, he made quite a difference coming on tonight. 5- Hope Mikel is not given criticism by people because although we conceded 2 goals in first half, he actually done his job. Re-gathering possession, spraying around passes and had brilliant balance on the ball. Lampard was decent but sometimes we can do with a bit more pace within the pivot. Ramires like I stated and Oscar there sometimes, like we saw second half. 6- Really happy Torres got his goal tonight but let's not get it wrong, despite the goal it was another frustrating night for him. He was invisible for a lot of the match and it was like playign with 10 men a lot of the time. We have won our first 2 games but if we go with Torres and Sturridge for a whole season with Torres expected to lead the line I reckon we might struggle in some periods so I still feel a 3rd striker could do here considering the amount of games we will have and some of them, much more ruthless opposition. 7- Confidence is a major thing. Torres was poor most of the match but as soon as he had his goal, he was confident in his ability to run at defenders, make brilliant runs etc. When he is going through a drought, it clearly dampens his confidence but fair play to Ashley Cole who played him in unselfishly when a shot looked the most likely option for him. But now Torres has his PL goal for the season underway, hopefully he is able to add more against Newcastle.

De-ja-vu again... hope not

Although I have my doubt about Torres and have given him criticism I do believe he should start tonight. Dropping him is only going to make his confidence lower and because we are at home against a recently promoted team who I expect us to beat with all respect to Reading it would be good if he can get on the scoresheet in front of our fans and give him that boost. Hope he really scores tonight

At least 75% of people on these forums seem to dislike Malouda and think he is garbage, yet when Torres is criticized they are the same ones to defend him even though Malouda has done much more during his Chelsea career than Torres

Why is there so much contempt towards Malouda? Yes, he is declining but he has had some good seasons at the club, IIRC being player of the year and finishing top scorer a couple seasons ago. Don't really think we need him here but the way some fans are treating him is ridiculous. He had contributions to us winning the Premier League and FA Cup and has had a very decent goal return in his spell here. Wish Malouda the best, regarding whether he sees out his contract or is forced to move on

Wenger has stated that he is looking for a defender and midfielder, not a striker so it leaves us or Spurs. I reckon he will go Juventus, in the case that they have Champions League football and he is more or less a guaranteed starter down there

And considering the fans protesting at him there is really no turning back now. Would definitely have him here for £20m or less

That would be a nice addition, hope they do this and I reckon they will. Would be a brilliant way for the players to get a standing ovation from fans and give them that extra buzz for kick off

Easily one of the most improved players in the league. Can see why Moyes sees him as indespensible player for them. I reckon he can get into most teams with his quality. I don't think Fergie will think about putting Carrick at CB again.

When Drogba plays he links up with midfield brilliantly, makes brilliant runs, beats defenders for pace and power. Everything Torres just is not doing. Compare what Drogba done in the big games last season compared to Torres. That is my worry, when we play the big teams. Happy with the win but I am just looking at future games. Torres timing of runs was poor today and although it is the first game, I shouldnt be worrying too much but I am getting a sense of de-ja vu.

If Sturridge is given the chance against Reading he will score, believe that

No you got tinted glasses or you are just an idiot looking for an excuse for a player worth £50m. What did he do apart from the run at the end? Nothing, he was poor. This is our striker who is leading our line, I have had enough of this bullshit about he worked hard. We want goals for christ sake

Seriously good win, midfielders looked good but Torres did nothing to show he is going to take over the role of Drogba. He looked same as last season, was just listening to Tony Gale and fully agree with him. Torres had one good run nearing the end of the match and that was literally it. Good win but work still needs to be done IMO. Also for people who doubted inclusion of Bertrand, once again put in a brilliant shift. I still havent lost faith in him but I would of liked to see Sturridge come on his place today but he never came on. But surely as we go on and player harder games RDM must think that is a problem.

Ivanovic wanted that for Torres. Unselfish but should have shot

Thanks god for that comment

Seen enough from Moses to definitely want him in our squad, will be a brilliant rotation option here