Closed Birmingham 0-2 Chelsea

[FranklyFrank 103]

Good game! I just wish that someone realize Mata can't take a PK. He can score in play though

[Rambo 1,729]

It's official, Kalou is 20x more useful than Malouda.

[francozola 2,040]

Kalou is such a horrible footballer. He can't even do the simple things properly, like make a pass at the right time and he screws things up often. But still, agreed. 10 times better option than Malouda

[BleedsBlue 1,549]

Chelsea played better than how they used to.To my surprise,Mikel and Kalou had a good game and Ramires was just brilliant.His work rate and commitment on the pitch can't be matched by any of our players.I am glad he signed a 5 year contract with us.I don't if many of you noticed but a few our players like Mata,Ramires and Raul looked very irritated yesterday.The only possible explanation would be the sacking of AVB and I am sure they weren't happy with that decision.

Chelsea played like a completely new team and at some times played some good football but most of the time a lot of the plays were congested with our players.Luiz played more like a sweeper than a defender,which I didn't like.Its good to know that Terry is near to full fitness and hopefully we will see a Cahill-Terry partnership against a very tricky Stoke side.

I know its too early to decide about RDM's managerial skills but I think he did a great job.If he can overcome the Napoli deficit or like Arsenal show some determination and courage like they did against Milan then I don't think we should look for another manager but first, lets see how he does against Stoke.Can't judge him based on only one game but so far he's done a good job.

[Mr. Ziggles 110]

Based on body language the old guard will definitely be starters in most of the remaining games. Shame.

I hope not. This Chelsea side is great atm, screw the old guard, keep them on the bench unless injuries or fitness...

[Slam Dunk 1,442]

Kalou is such a horrible footballer. He can't even do the simple things properly, like make a pass at the right time and he screws things up often. But still, agreed. 10 times better option than Malouda

He's a talented guy, it's just he has no footballing brain whatsoever.

[BleedsBlue 1,549]

Kalou is such a horrible footballer. He can't even do the simple things properly, like make a pass at the right time and he screws things up often. But still, agreed. 10 times better option than Malouda

I think the reason why RDM gave Kalou some game time yesterday could be because he wants clubs to be interested in Kalou so that when he finally decides to leave Chelsea,he will get a chance to play for another top club and possibly a high transfer for the player.RDM should do the same to players like Hutchinson,Piazon etc.He should give them some 10 minute games so that other clubs will get to see their potential and then decide upon a loan move for them.Making them sit on the bench won't attract many offers.

[Drogzola 283]

I thought Meireles was bad up until he scored. The goal was a brilliant strike but most people can hit a roller like that (except Torres). When he gets the ball he makes passes from side to side but no through balls or anything that makes the opposition defense worry. Why dont we play Torres and Lukaku together. They can work off each other. Otherwise our team looked good and Luiz didn't mess around with the ball at the back he cleared it immediately and made things a lot more comfortable. I enjoyed Rammer and Mikel.

[ulsterchelsea 3,221]

Time is well and truely up for torres. Sad to say it but my patients have well and truely expired with him. Its time studger or lukaku got a chance because between torres and drogs it ain't happening. Thought we played a good solid performance last night, nothing to write home about but still some good grafting. Thought Mata and rambo were great and couldnt complain too much about most of the others. Big Ivan is worlds apart from bos at RB and should easily remain there the rest of the season. Think bobby Di said all the right things last night in his interview too, especially saying how important frank was for the team but that he wanted to give him a rest and freshen things up ( take note Andre, that's diplomacy ). The chanting for Jose was to be expected as much as tge anti Rafa chants( lovely ) and the humorous if not slightly depressing Roman abromovich he sacks who he wants did get a laugh from me. But it was good to here RDM getting the support too, legend.Di matteos blue and white army

Ps what about JT back 5 weeks early....machine

[BlueLion. 21,491]

Mata has now scored in all three rounds - is he going to do an Osgood and take us to WEMBLEY?

[Rambo 1,729]

And Di Matteo, who replaced AVB on Sunday, said: "My thoughts tonight go to Andre, our manager. This win was for him.

[BlueSanti 290]

He's a talented guy, it's just he has no footballing brain whatsoever.

You don't need great football brain just to give proper pass and he couldn't handle even that.

[Fulham Broadway 17,363]

Too much booze, got lost, but a good night all in all.

Brum twice in 3 days is shit -how do people live there ?

''You've only come for the Chelsea, Come for the Chelsea'' had some of them looking sheepish

[zolayes 14,489]

Too much booze, got lost, but a good night all in all.

Brum twice in 3 days is shit -how do people live there ?

''You've only come for the Chelsea, Come for the Chelsea'' had some of them looking sheepish

I lived in Birmingham for 2 years ...first year was right next ti St Andrews

[zolayes 14,489]

not seen a MOM poll like this before ...5 players in contention

[Fulham Broadway 17,363]

My condolences Z.

[Peace. 4,352]

Lmao at the fuss about Torres and the penalty. Are we so desperate for him to score ?

[Milan 17,964]

Apart from the 'egos' banner, this was also in our section

[Milan 17,964]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw7GL84mqwo

[francozola 2,040]

He seems pissed off