Styles 9,790 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 That he should have a greater influence, that's all and keep the ball better. He's already a player in his prime, so I don't expect him to drastically improve in any weak areas. He's one of the best central midfielders in the world, so of course he has to play. I've made my own concerns about Fabregas very clear over the summer/early part of the season. The first 30 minutes today our midfield was way too open, but Liverpool didn't take advantage and I don't think Mourinho would set the team up like that against better opposition. We can take liberties with teams as bad as Liverpool; that belief has got us 29 points from 11 games. I'm not going to complain.Where it gets really interesting is how Mourinho uses Fabregas / set the teams up in the latter stages of the Champions League. didierforever 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
didierforever 7,349 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 needs a rest. our mid has been way too open. oscar and matic are saving our asses right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Chels 2,502 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 I've made my own concerns about Fabregas very clear over the summer/early part of the season. The first 30 minutes today our midfield was way too open, but Liverpool didn't take advantage and I don't think Mourinho would set the team up like that against better opposition. We can take liberties with teams as bad as Liverpool; that belief has got us 29 points from 11 games. I'm not going to complain. Where it gets really interesting is how Mourinho uses Fabregas / set the teams up in the latter stages of the Champions League. I think he'll play him as an AM or bench him, but I thought that about Man City away too which is probably the most difficult PL game and he played him in CM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrExcalibur100 7,124 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 I've made my own concerns about Fabregas very clear over the summer/early part of the season. The first 30 minutes today our midfield was way too open, but Liverpool didn't take advantage and I don't think Mourinho would set the team up like that against better opposition. We can take liberties with teams as bad as Liverpool; that belief has got us 29 points from 11 games. I'm not going to complain.Where it gets really interesting is how Mourinho uses Fabregas / set the teams up in the latter stages of the Champions League.Mourinho will probably play 4-3-3, at least away from home. The problem with that is Ramires isn't good enough technically and it will be harsh on Oscar (if he's still in the form he's in at the minute). That's still so far away though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Styles 9,790 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 I think he'll play him as an AM or bench him, but I thought that about Man City away too which is probably the most difficult PL game and he played him in CM!That would be treated as the end of the world by some.Mourinho will probably play 4-3-3, at least away from home. The problem with that is Ramires isn't good enough technically and it will be harsh on Oscar (if he's still in the form he's in at the minute). That's still so far away though. Giving Mourinho more than enough time to think things through. The Chels 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYC. 7,542 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 I've made my own concerns about Fabregas very clear over the summer/early part of the season. The first 30 minutes today our midfield was way too open, but Liverpool didn't take advantage and I don't think Mourinho would set the team up like that against better opposition. We can take liberties with teams as bad as Liverpool; that belief has got us 29 points from 11 games. I'm not going to complain.Where it gets really interesting is how Mourinho uses Fabregas / set the teams up in the latter stages of the Champions League.Possession play was disgraceful during that time. If you're going to concede possession that cheaply, you will always struggle immensely.Once the possession play improved, Liverpool became dull. The Chels and Barbara 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyalBlues 4,050 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 hopefully Del Bosque use his brain one more time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smpl 3 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 del bosque has a brain ? waw Nuski 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelseafc9010 224 Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 Needs a rest but a game for spain could do him good, they dominate anyway so it is basically a passing session for him, which he needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1988 1,348 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Big game weak link at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,319 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Big game weak link at the momentThey highlighted that on MOTD.Defensive frailties led to at least 3 goals conceded so far. I think its something that can be adapted to his game though, hes an intelligent bloke. There have been loads of SW6 'stars' eg Hazard, Drogba, that Mourinho has dug out and modified their play so as to incorporate dormant defensive qualities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polo7 3,496 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 He should be playing as number 10. Ramires has to start next to matic. stroey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stroey 2,525 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 He should be playing as number 10. Ramires has to start next to matic.Yes exactly, he can still drop deep to get the ball from the CB's. On the RW we will have to choose between Oscar and Willian then, based on form. In smaller games he can still play in the pivot next to Matic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAB 1,030 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 I don't mind him being responsible for some goals conceded here and there (although rarely he's been the only player at fault for a goal conceded), as long as he gets back in previous form offensively. He has had a dip recently which is understandable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kieran. 6,317 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 [emoji7] [emoji7] [emoji7] On the subject of his performances lately, he's been carrying an injury which explains a lot. RoyalBlues and Muzchap 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzchap 8,966 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 On the subject of his performances lately, he's been carrying an injury which explains a lot.Exactly, but of course the urban myth that he starts well and fades is a much more popular opinion than the truth...This guy has been exactly what was missing for so many years. LondonsFinest 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeholiday 209 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Injured or fading due to fatigue.. either way he needs a rest. Chelsea Legend 11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Chels 2,502 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 He should be playing as number 10. Ramires has to start next to matic.The reason he plays in CM is to help dictate the tempo and play which is important against the smaller sides. Against the bigger teams, away at least, we usually play counterattacking so he's made to defend a lot which isn't one of his strengths. Instead I agree that he should play as a number 10 in those games as he can make use of his excellent final ball which our other AMs don't offer so readily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nike 373 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Except under Jose, the n10 is the leader of the press and one of the reasons why Chelsea has a good defense overall... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor Von Doom 258 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Out for 3 wks according to ppl on Twitter. Translation:Cesc Fà bregas out injured for three weeks. Mario Suárez, Iturraspe, Mata, Bruno Soriano and Borja Valero possible substitutes (viaAS_Maroto) #cmore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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