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The problem I have with Rafa is that he takes time to develop his team tactically. However, he does create a very organised team which is what we need and combined with our attacking flair should make for success (I hope). Check out this blog which delves in to Rafa's tactics and philosophy a little bit more: http://blog.oddslife.com/2012/11/is-rafa-the-right-man-for-romans-chelsea/

The Falcao rumour sounds unfounded to me. Just because he scored goals against us doesnt automatically link him to us. As for Torres he's always going to be a game away from a crisis so i'm not sure how successful he really can be here. He's our top scorer in all comps and thats all we can ask of him.

Most things I've read have us down as outsiders for this. Arsenal are in form but I still think we will get something. I agree with this post that the game will finish 1-1: http://blog.oddslife.com/2012/09/oddslifes-week-6-premier-league-preview/ What does everyone else think the score will be?

Hazard was easily the best player on the pitch but his efforts seem to have overshadowed our shaky defence in my opinion. My heart is in my mouth when Luiz is trusted with any defensive duty, we need to sure up there for sure if we are going to challenge United and City. Found a lot of articles praising Hazard and the rest of our attacking players, this one is my favourite though: http://blog.oddslife.com/2012/08/dream-debutants-provide-instant-impact/

I saw Oscar play for Brazil during the Olympics. He really looked special but I couldn't pin point what role he was playing. It will be interesting to see what formation RDM uses to fit him, Hazard etc in the team

I think 2012/13 will really be Torres' year. With Drogba not here I think he will really come out of his shell and show us what he's made of. Take a look at this blog I found about him, it also has a pretty cool competition at the bottom where you can win a signed Chelsea football! http://blog.oddslife.com/2012/08/201213-to-mark-torres-resurgence/