Closed Chelsea v West Brom

[Special Juan 27,424]

Torres shouldn't start after getting a full 90 minutes on Wednesday. He is the golden boy so he probably will.

[CHOULO19 24,332]

No Benayoun for this one. Has an ankle problem. The rest(except for Romeu) is available.

Oh NO!

Full PC:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WSolK7awnk

[Peppen 934]

In London. My first game at Stamford Bridge, EVER! Excited for the game, hell yeah! Worried about yet ANOTHER disappointing result? Unfortunately, yes.

Been in London the last 2 days, and thought I'd like to share my thoughts on it as a whole. Bare in mind that these are my thoughts and should not be considered facts.

CITY LIFE:

SO MANY PEOPLE. That's what you can expect really. It's a metropolis in Europe and attracts millions of tourists every year. Liverpool Street Station and the areas in walking distance are crowded by businesses and corporate buildings and personnel. Loads of restaurants, but you have to walk quite a long way (or grab a bus/coach) to reach any decent pubs or traditional bars. Many "mainstream" monuments, but also great opportunities to go off course and omit the large group of Asian tourists (no harm intended), which can be rather annoying.

People:

The most polite country I've been in to date. Everyone is so helpful, and if there's an issue, they won't stop till it's solved and they feel they've apologized enough times. At the same time, however, it was funny to watch the "locals" in the middle of London. They would simply walk across the road, even if the light was red. It was easy to spot the tourists amongst the London citizens as they would simply wait for the lights to turn green.

Stamford Bridge Tour:

Huge experience. Can't wait till tomorrow. One of the guides even made a slight hint to me. Talked to the guide about the recent managers, and future ones. He said that he was fairly certain the successor of Rafa would be "A special one". Take that as you will. Also, a funny side note. Asian Manchester United fans were present.

Their favorite player: Torres. My reaction: Vomit.

At the end we get the opportunity to buy merchandise from the Megastore - They purchase a total of 20 shirts with Torres on the back - My reaction: More vomit.

TL;DR = CAN'T WAIT FOR TOMORROW - GO CHELSEA!!!!!

[bababoom 4,478]

The hostile atmosphere wont help the team.. Rafa already said he's going so we should just support the team.

[DONI. 1,291]

[xPetrCechx 13,563]

In London. My first game at Stamford Bridge, EVER! Excited for the game, hell yeah! Worried about yet ANOTHER disappointing result? Unfortunately, yes.

Been in London the last 2 days, and thought I'd like to share my thoughts on it as a whole. Bare in mind that these are my thoughts and should not be considered facts.

CITY LIFE:

SO MANY PEOPLE. That's what you can expect really. It's a metropolis in Europe and attracts millions of tourists every year. Liverpool Street Station and the areas in walking distance are crowded by businesses and corporate buildings and personnel. Loads of restaurants, but you have to walk quite a long way (or grab a bus/coach) to reach any decent pubs or traditional bars. Many "mainstream" monuments, but also great opportunities to go off course and omit the large group of Asian tourists (no harm intended), which can be rather annoying.

People:

The most polite country I've been in to date. Everyone is so helpful, and if there's an issue, they won't stop till it's solved and they feel they've apologized enough times. At the same time, however, it was funny to watch the "locals" in the middle of London. They would simply walk across the road, even if the light was red. It was easy to spot the tourists amongst the London citizens as they would simply wait for the lights to turn green.

Stamford Bridge Tour:

Huge experience. Can't wait till tomorrow. One of the guides even made a slight hint to me. Talked to the guide about the recent managers, and future ones. He said that he was fairly certain the successor of Rafa would be "A special one". Take that as you will. Also, a funny side note. Asian Manchester United fans were present.

Their favorite player: Torres. My reaction: Vomit.

At the end we get the opportunity to buy merchandise from the Megastore - They purchase a total of 20 shirts with Torres on the back - My reaction: More vomit.

TL;DR = CAN'T WAIT FOR TOMORROW - GO CHELSEA!!!!!

I Really Hope u will catch a good game and a good result ... not like me...

I hate u rafa for this!

[TorontoChelsea 4,064]

In London. My first game at Stamford Bridge, EVER! Excited for the game, hell yeah! Worried about yet ANOTHER disappointing result? Unfortunately, yes.

Been in London the last 2 days, and thought I'd like to share my thoughts on it as a whole. Bare in mind that these are my thoughts and should not be considered facts.

CITY LIFE:

SO MANY PEOPLE. That's what you can expect really. It's a metropolis in Europe and attracts millions of tourists every year. Liverpool Street Station and the areas in walking distance are crowded by businesses and corporate buildings and personnel. Loads of restaurants, but you have to walk quite a long way (or grab a bus/coach) to reach any decent pubs or traditional bars. Many "mainstream" monuments, but also great opportunities to go off course and omit the large group of Asian tourists (no harm intended), which can be rather annoying.

People:

The most polite country I've been in to date. Everyone is so helpful, and if there's an issue, they won't stop till it's solved and they feel they've apologized enough times. At the same time, however, it was funny to watch the "locals" in the middle of London. They would simply walk across the road, even if the light was red. It was easy to spot the tourists amongst the London citizens as they would simply wait for the lights to turn green.

Stamford Bridge Tour:

Huge experience. Can't wait till tomorrow. One of the guides even made a slight hint to me. Talked to the guide about the recent managers, and future ones. He said that he was fairly certain the successor of Rafa would be "A special one". Take that as you will. Also, a funny side note. Asian Manchester United fans were present.

Their favorite player: Torres. My reaction: Vomit.

At the end we get the opportunity to buy merchandise from the Megastore - They purchase a total of 20 shirts with Torres on the back - My reaction: More vomit.

TL;DR = CAN'T WAIT FOR TOMORROW - GO CHELSEA!!!!!

Enjoy and take pictures!!! Hope Chelsea win this one for...well, for all of us.

[Miracle 249]

For a while now posters here have said if we lose the next game the FSW will go.

I never believed that to be the case. However on this occasion, with the inevitable hostility that will pour down from the stands, truly believe he will go if we lose this one, or even if we possibly draw. It's a win-win as far as i'm concerned.

Benitez knew his rant would generate a worst atmosphere (the irony being the atmosphere hasn't beed that bad at home but saying that didn't suit Benitez' agenda), he was just getting his excuses early, hanging everyone else out to dry, as is his won't. No doubt, he'll pick the eleven that he thinks will work hardest for him, and it will be interesting to see what the line-up is.

If Torres plays, the atmosphere will be even more poisonous, if that were possible.

[Laylabelle 9,351]

But Torres playing seems to make a happy Roman so god knows

Pressure pressure but wouldnt be surprised if he's here till end of the season and hope it dont put others of coming here to Manage really...

[Backstreet09 499]

I don't know what would happen if Torres scores the 90 min winner . All the rant and the booboys lol omg omg that would be so cool . But I know that's really not going to happen >.< Omg Nando please for only one single time pleaseee

[MADEZ 9]

Very difficult to predict this one but hope we get the best out of this game,chelsea 2-0 wba

[Sheva. 5,373]

Benitez said he made his comments just to tell the fans to support the team and not pay attention to him, but sadly like some have mentioned it will most likely only get worse now

As for the game, we just need to score an early goal, or the atmosphere will get even worse and it will also be tougher to break them down.

[Heisenberg 1,824]

Steve Clarke is a very intelligeant man, he'll surely put a very defensive team, West Brom are a very difficult side, said that when the season begun, it will be difficult to score the first goal, then i think we have our chance.

[Jase 43,479]

Here's a stat - Of the 11 Premier League defeats West Brom have suffered this season, 7 of them have been 1 goal defeats, 3 by 2 goals and just 1 by 3 goals.

Should note that the 3-goal defeat came at Fulham(lost 3-0) after West Brom went down to 10 men. They were only 1-0 down when Odemwingie was sent off then.

[Rmpr 8,977]

Here's a stat - Of the 11 Premier League defeats West Brom have suffered this season, 7 of them have been 1 goal defeats, 3 by 2 goals and just 1 by 3 goals.

Should note that the 3-goal defeat came at Fulham(lost 3-0) after West Brom went down to 10 men. They were only 1-0 down when Odemwingie was sent off then.

STATS????

[BlueLyon 9,359]

Chelsea to win and Lukaku to put a good performance in.

[Jase 43,479]

Chelsea to win and Lukaku to put a good performance in.

Errr, he can't play against us you know..

[magicrico 175]

I don't like RB or think his is anything we want or need at this club.

But people do need to realise sometimes no matter how much you hate someone, they have a point.

I hate him just like everyone on here. But when he says "dont worry about me, I won't be here" thats the confirmation we all wanted.

Now for the last 11 games fans need to see it really is about getting TOP 4. not top 6 cause we aren't bothered about the team and are more bothered about the manager. It's at a level where the board knows, Roman knows. Time to stop the abuse and concentrate on the players. They won't wanna play in a team thats booing through home games.

Grow up