samzilla 517 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 Luiz had a good bounce back game. Haven't seen a performance from him this good since the CL final. Hopefully he can build on it. Sometimes comments from your opponent's fans can say alot:"Luiz makes horrible mistakes against every club... yet he hasn't today." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomo 21,751 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 My biggest worry is can Rafa change tact for the game against Fulham midweek?This was a typical Rafa performance from his Liverpool days in big games, tight, organized and not giving much away, his weakness his home games against Fulham and the likes as he draws a lot of them.Having said that, Rafa's tactical display today gave me a lot of encouragement for the CL knockout stage if Shacktar can somehow save us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stats 7,145 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 I am very pleased with this draw.Azpi with his best game so far at Chelsea,looked very solid today.He has not been out of place in any game he has played this season. I hope he is a permanent starter there at RB over Ivanovic as is your natural kind of RB you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 The fans in Stamford Bridge are really really plastic, its like watching movie in theatreWell, that's just like your opinion man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azpinator 2,325 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 Balotelli's yellow card challenge was the cherry on top of an incredibly boring cake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stats 7,145 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 The fans in Stamford Bridge are really really plastic, its like watching movie in theatreWell first half yes, second half the fans greatly improved though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kez 2,727 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 Luiz had a good bounce back game. Haven't seen a performance from him this good since the CL final. Hopefully he can build on it. Sometimes comments from your opponent's fans can say alot:"Luiz makes horrible mistakes against every club... yet he hasn't today."He needs to stop pulling players shirts in the box though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Gino 377 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 In the 90th minute Oscar had Torres onside available for a through ball or chip but he elected to pass to Moses who passed it straight into two City defenders. Kind of summed up things for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samzilla 517 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 In the 90th minute Oscar had Torres onside available for a through ball or chip but he elected to pass to Moses who passed it straight into two City defenders. Kind of summed up things for me.Nobody has faith in Torres so he doesn't get those passes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted November 26, 2012 Author Share Posted November 26, 2012 Rafael Benítez takes cautious approach in first game at Chelsea helm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDY 1,290 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 What's everyone's view on the minutes applaud for RDM in the 16th minute? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloody 209 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 a cleansheet against man city, quite happy with that as i was expecting a demolition from them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary gordon 1,777 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Bout time we put up a banner for Drogba. He only needed to score the winning goal in Champions League Final. Torres had one before he even scored. What a fucking disgrace.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We Hate Scouse 10,326 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 What's everyone's view on the minutes applaud for RDM in the 16th minute?Outstanding mark of respect.Although I believe he wasn't the man to take us forward he should still be shown respect for what he done for us and what better way to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolayes 14,489 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 He needs to stop pulling players shirts in the box though.or get lessons from Ricky on how to do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo talks Blue 85 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 If only Didi would come on the pitch to score a last minute extraordinary goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reddish-Blue 2,509 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Overall, we managed a clean sheet and our counter attack looks good.The biggest problem is Fernando Torres. His lack of movement in the box is pathetic for a player that used to be recognized as one of the 'best' strikers in Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drogzola 283 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 We can take a few good things from this game, the only thing that worried me on defense particularly on the left side was when our players were sucked into the middle and City passed it back out wide we reacted on closing them down very slowly at times, which either gives them space to run at us or have time to give a half decent cross. I felt Ashley Cole reacted a bit slow at times when we were on attack. He missed a couple of good chances to maraud up the left touchline. Torres is too weak he only showed aggression once decisions weren't going his way instead of starting the game with a bit of fire.All in all I have kept my feeling towards Benitez to myself as I to be honest felt divided on the situation from the start. I loved Di Matteo and was upset about him being sacked like he was but also I felt that something needed to be changed. Hopefully we buy a half decent striker soon as I feel this is our biggest issue right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rising Sun 711 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Contrary to public opinion, while i think it was great for everyone to honour RDM and sing some songs for him, i strongly feel that the crowds behavior towards benitez was pathetic.When the club is in a little bit of a hole, and we have a new manager, regardless of what he said 7-8 years ago when he was managing another club, the fans should'nt have created an atmosphere that they did.Initially, i felt a little embarrased at the way Roman disposed off RDM, but the fans reaction to a managers first game in charge was much worse.While people at the stadium probably thought they are making a stand and being valiant or whatever, it just reflected very poorly on the club and its fans.Yes, Rafa is not the perfect choice. But "RAFA OUT" banners , and other such banners, along with the songs that were sung during the game, and then booing your own manager before he has even managed a game....I dont know how anyone can give themselves a pat on the shoulder after such behavior.Give him a chance.I actually think he might do a good job.David Luiz did not think he is superman and actually stayed back for most of the game, did not try and do tricks. Our defense suddenly looked organised.Our midfield, as an expert on ESPN said, is "selfish", i never thought of it this way but they do overpass and rarely try a risky ball through.Torres is beyond saving so wont say anything on that.Marin must get a look in now.I really think this formation does not suit us well.We really need a 4-4-2, with Torres sturridge, Torres Lukaku, Sturridge Lukaku, or even Moses Torres etc etc.....At the moment, Mazacar keep playing relatively safe passes and nothing much comes of it. Some passes do look spectacular, but in general there is no end game....Rafa has alot that he can improve in the squad.... The city game was a start.... I really think we shouldnt alienate him even before he gets a crack.Anyways, in the end its the results that matter. A tough game against Fulham coming up, if he can get the team level up a bit and tweak the setup, good on him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cousin benson 76 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 What's everyone's view on the minutes applaud for RDM in the 16th minute?yeah, really good from the fans to see this, a nice gesture to Robbie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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