The Mourinho Thread

[zolayes 14,489]

and only win , we have won very luckily, if we had only got 2 poits istead 4, there wouldn't nothing to say

KTF the ONLY teams to have beaten us are the TOP two and the team we drew with are 4th ... we will be fine when we meet the weaker teams ..

Everton and Arsenal up soon ,, a walk in the park

[SinineUltra 1,170]

What are the odds of Jose getting sacked now?

Losing to everton should seal it.

Sacking isn't the solution. We should stick to Mourinho, work out a solution, because situation like this will come back haunting us again sooner than later. Overcoming this obsticle will make us a better team for not going the easy route all the time with buying new players and hiring new managers.

[Jase 43,479]

Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas in firing line as Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho warns he isn't afraid to sell underperforming stars

José Mourinho tells Chelsea’s struggles medals should motivate them

[zolayes 14,489]

Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas in firing line as Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho warns he isn't afraid to sell underperforming stars

José Mourinho tells Chelsea’s struggles medals should motivate them

this is just getting more and more worrying ...

[lionsden 4,689]

Another rather worrying issue that hasn't been brought up in the wake of this mess is just how comfortable all of our opponents have looked against us. In the final few minutes of the last game, Palace were so comfortable that they even had time and confidence to cause our defence more problems and create chances. can you imagine something like that hapenning to other big teams?

The fear factor alone wouldn't even let them dominate like that against City or arsenal for example. This is just not good enough. it's one thing to lose to matches or drop points but for a "big team" to lose or drop points in the fashion we have been is unacceptable imo.

When I watch other top teams, normally when they drop points especially to the smaller teams, it's because the opposition have been quite lucky with their goal keeper and even sometimes the woodwork coming to their rescue multiple times and literally holding on for dare lives. When chelsea are chasing the game on the otherhand, we rarely genuinely trouble our opponents defence and cause them problems. when was the last time we applied relentless pressure on our opponents when chasing the game (by relentless pressure, I mean creating chances after chances?)

Another point of discussion that hasn't been given attention to is the lack of foundation being laid down by Mourinho. This is his third season at the club and we are yet to develop an identity and a template/formula that not only works but can be passed on to future managers to follow. What is mourinho actually doing to improve the team and the club both in the long and short term?

[Oscar 441]

Sacking isn't the solution. We should stick to Mourinho, work out a solution, because situation like this will come back haunting us again sooner than later. Overcoming this obsticle will make us a better team for not going the easy route all the time with buying new players and hiring new managers.

Your also risking losing players.....

[blues.bridge 343]

Another rather worrying issue that hasn't been brought up in the wake of this mess is just how comfortable all of our opponents have looked against us. In the final few minutes of the game, Palace were so comfortable that they even had time and confidence to cause our defence more problems and create chances. can you imagine something like that hapenning to other big teams? This is just not good enough. it's one thing to lose to matches or drop points but for a "big team" to lose or drop points in such fashion is unacceptable imo. When I watch other top teams, normally when they drop points especially to the smaller teams, it's because the opposition have been quite lucky with their goal keeper and even sometimes the woodwork coming to their rescue. When chelsea are chasing the game on the otherhand, we rarely genuinely trouble our opponents defence and cause them trouble.

Another point of discussion that hasn't been given attention to is the lack of foundation being laid down by Mourinho. This is his third season at the club and we are yet to develop an identity and a template/formula that not only works but can be passed on to future managers to follow. What is mourinho actually doing to improve the team and the club both in the long and short term?

nothing

[MrBlueGuy 1,552]

I swear if we lose Hazard or one of our star player because of him think Im gonna lose it. KDB signing for City today was bad enough, now if we lose a better player because of similar bs I hope the board do what is right.

[Henrique 9,133]

Mourinho is not a manager to build a long term team. Since he came back the team usually is very uninspiring in the market. He definetely doesn't know whats going on around. Matic, Fabregas, Pedro, Costa, Felipe Luis. 3 players coming from La Liga. 2 of them Barcelona rejects, and one of La Liga's top scorer before he joined. Matic was an ex-Chelsea player.

The only player was a little different was Cuadrado and he was a disaster.

He tried to sign a decadent Rooney for a huge amount of money 2 years ago, and almost paid 40m for an unproven CB, a move that would put to shame PSG/Luiz/40m.

I really doubt the club will see Mata, Hazard or Oscar in near future. Instead I expect Sergio Ramos, Rakitic, Benzama, Ribery, when they are no longer good enough to start games for Barcelona, Real or Bayern.

Swansea just bought Ayew for free, and thats unbelievable, because the man is just better than Cuadrado, Moses or William.

[Muzchap 8,966]

Another rather worrying issue that hasn't been brought up in the wake of this mess is just how comfortable all of our opponents have looked against us. In the final few minutes of the last game, Palace were so comfortable that they even had time and confidence to cause our defence more problems and create chances. can you imagine something like that hapenning to other big teams? The fear factor alone wouldn't even let them dominate like that against City or arsenal for example. This is just not good enough. it's one thing to lose to matches or drop points but for a "big team" to lose or drop points in such fashion is unacceptable imo. When I watch other top teams, normally when they drop points especially to the smaller teams, it's because the opposition have been quite lucky with their goal keeper and even sometimes the woodwork coming to their rescue. When chelsea are chasing the game on the otherhand, we rarely genuinely trouble our opponents defence and cause them trouble.

Another point of discussion that hasn't been given attention to is the lack of foundation being laid down by Mourinho. This is his third season at the club and we are yet to develop an identity and a template/formula that not only works but can be passed on to future managers to follow. What is mourinho actually doing to improve the team and the club both in the long and short term?

Agreed

The 4-2-3-1 formation has fucked me off for years

Why can't we adapt and have that plus other formations

I think he's lost the dressing room - I think our attacking players are sick and tied of having defence rammed down their throats

It's about balance

And if he is seriously threatening to sell our top players - I'm sorry his time is done here

He promised to integrate youth and hasn't - we are pushing huge money to other clubs for players that could and should have come via our Academy.

I know something is going on behind the scenes. And, as Jose's father is very ill - he could easily take a sabbatical this season and we bring in a temporary manager. There are plenty of candidates who could get us into CL places this season... Just a thought...

[zolayes 14,489]

Thanks Muz this is about your third post on this topic and each time you have identified exactly what is going wrong .. One can only hope others in authority

have solutions . I am concerned that Jose hasn't

[Muzchap 8,966]

I was waiting for this. good to criticize them. Remember last time what happened when he criticized Hazard and now he is the best player. I'm waiting the same answer from Hazard.

OK - but where is the criticism of Ivanovic?

He's blaming midfielders and wingers for not defending - when the one fucking player that's meant to defend isn't!

This is just looney tunes from Jose and I hope it's been taken out of context.

[Oscar 441]

So, who is on Jose's side in the locker room? I'm guessing the backline, Costa, and willian....Mikel, rambo, pedro.

[Muzchap 8,966]

Mourinho criticises #CFC board for failing to secure targets in wake of Crystal Palace defeat

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/chelsea/11834156/Jose-Mourinho-criticises-Chelsea-board-for-failing-to-secure-targets-in-wake-of-Crystal-Palace-defeat.html

He is right.

Hmm maybe the bigger question is

'do the board trust him in the transfer market'

He's made some pretty fucking shit decisions lately

Who would blame them for questioning it.

[zolayes 14,489]

So, who is on Jose's side in the locker room? I'm guessing the backline, Costa, and willian....Mikel, rambo, pedro.

Im not sure he still has JT on board . I think his treatment of Eva might have seriously upset some players including John .

For all his faults away from the club John is a very good colleague . Is is coincidence that he was originally dropped from the team then subbed at HT just days

after the Eva episode. I believe he may have spoken up for her ,,hence his subsequent treatment. From the players body language it is obvious things are wrong .

Will be interesting to see just which players are chosen for media duties

[Muzchap 8,966]

I agree with u mate. I want to see Ivanovic on the bench but i think the reason why he played on Saturday was because Terry's absence and he is our vice captain and one of the old guard and Jose maybe thought we need his experience but he (iva) fucked up again

Yeah sorry wasnt aiming it at you

Just pissed at the article

I don't think I can blame the players at the min - I can only blame Mou.

I feel sorry for the players and even under Rafa - I think our current team would have played better and beaten Palace - and I never ever ever thought I would say that! The FSW was a nightmare I thought I had forgotten!!!

[Blue Armour 4,278]

OK - but where is the criticism of Ivanovic?

He's blaming midfielders and wingers for not defending - when the one fucking player that's meant to defend isn't!

This is just looney tunes from Jose and I hope it's been taken out of context.

Because that would be almost like beating a dead horse? He criticized Hazard and RLC because he knew they were young, and could take it upon themselves to improve their performances based on their potential. Ivanovic is most likely over the hill at this point... criticism would probably end up only depressing him.

[lionsden 4,689]

Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas in firing line as Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho warns he isn't afraid to sell underperforming stars

José Mourinho tells Chelsea’s struggles medals should motivate them

And still no mention of the biggest culprit of all Ivanovic? smh