César Azpilicueta

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1 hour ago, OneMoSalah said:

Honestly don't think he was bad, hes still getting back to playing as a right back but I've seen a lot of shit on social media that we need a new RB, 100% incorrect the guy is one of the best in the business. Fair enough he doesn't run 100m in 10 seconds but hes excellent defensively and hes always improving on the ball. The CBs are more an issue for me. Pity hes not 6 ft 2 or 3 because I think if he were that bit taller and more physical he could be adapted to a CB (Although that is based on his role in a back 3, totally different in a back 4 I know). 

It does feel like fans do not value or appreciate Azpi enough. Don't think many had heard of him when we signed him in 2012 but we did and ever since then, he has improved immensely and proven to be very reliable and consistent. He has played in 3 different positions across the defence in 6 years and has never looked out of place at all and has always given at least 7-8 out of 10 week in week out. We have become so used to his consistency and dependability that I think many have taken him almost for granted. Sarri's football is obviously different to what we have had in recent years but if there's anyone who deserves the benefit of the doubt and a fair chance to cement his spot under Sarri, it's Azpi, who has shown he's intelligent and adaptable. And it's not like he has been a disaster under Sarri, nowhere close. As you said, there are more concerning issues elsewhere than the right back at this time.

(random fact - since the start of the 2015/16 season, Azpi has played in all but two Premier League games - was rested in both. if that isn't consistency, I don't know what is.)

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Special shout for azpi, fantastic game from him today. Created chances from crosses, should have gotten an assist if Morata knew how to control a football. Azpi could have even scored if morata wasn't in the way, and he forced a good save from the keeper. Good match for his 200th EPL appearance. 

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Good game but as Ruud Guillit has just gone and said on MOTD there were times he could have been high and wide to stretch the pitch. We played alright but perhaps too central at times, little bit of width at times would change it up. It’s obviously a work in progress still but just something I noticed earlier particularly with Azpi and Pedro on the right.

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5 hours ago, OneMoSalah said:

Good game but as Ruud Guillit has just gone and said on MOTD there were times he could have been high and wide to stretch the pitch. We played alright but perhaps too central at times, little bit of width at times would change it up. It’s obviously a work in progress still but just something I noticed earlier particularly with Azpi and Pedro on the right.

Think it's a perhaps mixed of Azpi not being a natural attacking RB and tactical instructions from Sarri. Last week against Arsenal is an example. Barely got forward in the first half but constantly got forward in the second. Also, if one FB is already pushing up, you do not necessarily want the other to go forward too much either. Otherwise, could be caught on the break if the play breaks down.

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Cesar Azpilicueta, 29, knows where the Blues need to improve despite the Spaniard's team winning three in a row. (Football.London)

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1 hour ago, Jason said:

 

Azpi for skipper!

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Dunno if this has been posted already  

 

 

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3 hours ago, manpe said:

Dunno if this has been posted already  

 

 

so so so funny!! One of best vids of the last few months, both Azpi and Amelia were perfect, lol.

Her regular gig, Chicken Shop Date.

 

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Hes not got a bad 1st touch as he

 

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Loftus Cheek...

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/2018/9/7/lifting-the-lid--ruben-loftus-cheek

Who is good at lifting morale after a defeat?

Cesar Azpilicueta always has something positive to say in the dressing room, whether we’ve won or lost. After a defeat he will tell us to keep our chins up and move on to the next game, so that’s always good.

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We might need a new RB soon. He hasnt looked comfortable in Sarri's system but his still a solid player to have around. 

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1 hour ago, Vybzkartel said:

We might need a new RB soon. He hasnt looked comfortable in Sarri's system but his still a solid player to have around. 

Nope. Even if he doesnt bring his A game, he is still that player who just never gives up and fights for the team till end.

Much like Gabi for Atletico. They could upgrade that midfield, but you just dont replace such player until he is too old. 

Besides, striker spot, RW spot, LB spot, midfield spot (if Kova leaves) and even CB are more important to improve.

But I do agree he isnt on same level as he was last year. But he has qualities beyond this, so he is kinda undropable atm.