The Benitez Thread

[zolayes 14,489]

Truth be told - I'm starting to like Benitez a little bit more (nothing to do with results).

IF he becomes popular with the fans he is SURE to be sacked within weeks

[kellzfresh 7,229]

I didn't want to admit this but, Benitez seems to be getting the best out of hazard and torres, experimenting options like oscar and luiz in the midfield(how I so wanted to see that since last season) and maybe with more time, we can benefit properly from this.

[Stingray 9,441]

I didn't want to admit this but, Benitez seems to be getting the best out of hazard and torres, experimenting options like oscar and luiz in the midfield(how I so wanted to see that since last season) and maybe with more time, we can benefit properly from this.

True, True .... he sure surprised me the last few matches. Let's hope he keeps his rabbit foot close next months.

[Laylabelle 9,351]

I hope this is it now and the results before were a false start.The draws didnt bother me it was the West Ham loss and the way we collapsed at Half time but if we can get a run going get ourselves in with a chance in Cup Comps and 4th place...

The boos cant see lasting to long or being as loud etc,depending on how results go,what he says etc.The 16 minute RDM chant will defintly go on for a while

[Fulham Broadway 16,832]

IF he becomes popular with the fans he is SURE to be sacked within weeks

Theres a lot -in the MHL /MHU who will never accept him, believe me

[zolayes 14,489]

Theres a lot -in the MHL /MHU who will never accept him, believe me

yes I know that and respect their views especially the travelling fans

[EdenHazard 163]

Rafa Benitez, bowling...

[Chelsea Legend 11 4,062]

The team is looking better...

[ashleyng 6]

Rafa's tactics looks solid. The forwards are told to press up high meaning the Monterrey defenders and keeper have to punt it forward long ball style; but Chelsea have such tall centrebacks that they win the ball back with ease; David Luiz in midfield along with Mikel adds a lot of height to the side. Happy to see the old Chelsea back. Corinthians players are physically the same as Monterrey. If we have the likes of Drogba and Malouda again we would tear them apart next game, what a pity.

[Henrique 9,133]

I respect RDM, but there is a huge diffrence between Benitez and RDM in terms of management skills.

[Changingman_2000 876]

It's amazing the thoughts of some on here. the Spanish cunt has (only just) beat a piss poor, off form, low in confidence Sunderland (the Mackems actually could have got a draw this game, we were flapping at times). Then we beat another decidedly average pub team in what looked like nothing more than a pre season friendly.

Staggering how shallow some people are. You don't think Robbie could have motivated the team the beat those two?, after he managed win's over Barca, Napoli and Bayern?, really?

Some people are easily fooled.

[Sheva. 5,373]

It's amazing the thoughts of some on here. the Spanish cunt has (only just) beat a piss poor, off form, low in confidence Sunderland (the Mackems actually could have got a draw this game, we were flapping at times). Then we beat another decidedly average pub team in what looked like nothing more than a pre season friendly.

Staggering how shallow some people are. You don't think Robbie could have motivated the team the beat those two?, after he managed win's over Barca, Napoli and Bayern?, really?

Some people are easily fooled.

Of course he could have, but it's not even the results i particularly am focusing on but the different things we have been doing since he took over.

For example, we have been defending better, starting halves better, more direct football - less passing around the box, and looking for the killer pass quicker.

Simply i have been impressed/encouraged, and hopefully these can continue.

[Corner 456]

It's amazing the thoughts of some on here. the Spanish cunt has (only just) beat a piss poor, off form, low in confidence Sunderland (the Mackems actually could have got a draw this game, we were flapping at times). Then we beat another decidedly average pub team in what looked like nothing more than a pre season friendly.

Staggering how shallow some people are. You don't think Robbie could have motivated the team the beat those two?, after he managed win's over Barca, Napoli and Bayern?, really?

Some people are easily fooled.

Don't you think you're being just a tad narrow-minded here? You're just blinded by your hatred for Benitez, it seems. This isn't about Robbie. Whether they were 'average pub teams' or not, the team is improving on the pitch and the players' confidence is getting higher.

You can only beat the team that is facing you.

[Django 83]

As much of a legend he is, and as privileged as I am to have seen him both as a Chelsea player and the Chelsea manager in person, this thread would benefit greatly from a lot less Di Matteo. As sad as it is/was - move on. Our #16 will always be special, as it was before Rafa and as it will be after. Judge Benitez on his own merits, not that of his predecessor.

[robdog 2,084]

It's amazing the thoughts of some on here. the Spanish cunt has (only just) beat a piss poor, off form, low in confidence Sunderland (the Mackems actually could have got a draw this game, we were flapping at times). Then we beat another decidedly average pub team in what looked like nothing more than a pre season friendly.

Staggering how shallow some people are. You don't think Robbie could have motivated the team the beat those two?, after he managed win's over Barca, Napoli and Bayern?, really?

Some people are easily fooled.

Maybe Rafa is correct. Maybe CFC is a soul-less passionless club w/ plastic flag waving fans

[Corner 456]

Maybe Rafa is correct. Maybe CFC is a soul-less passionless club w/ plastic flag waving fans

Hmm... plastic flags or stupid banners?

[robdog 2,084]

Hmm... plastic flags or stupid banners?

telly tubby specifically said plastic flags. You added the stupid banner reference

[Corner 456]

telly tubby specifically said plastic flags. You added the stupid banner reference

I know he did, but there's a lot of talk about 'plastic fans' lately. In my mind, the ones that are the plastic fans are the ones holding up those banners. I haven't been to any of matches recently, but if I had been I would have kept my mouth shut because I care about how that shit affects the players.