This Chelsea team is no way as good as the Mourinho team of the mid 00's.
They have been played up relentlessly by the media.
In fact, this shows how poor the premier league is nowadays compared to the old Big4 era of 2004 - 2010.
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
Are these the type of tactical decisions that see Mourinho win trophies or was it the cowards way out?
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It's how you win the league.
Not every game has to be gung-ho from Chelsea. They knew they couldn't afford to drop any points, with a 120 minute game mid-week, it was expected.
Sensible decision from Jose. There really is no logical reason to argue against it.
Lets face it even Fergie has applied the same tactics in certain situations especially when so much is on the line.
silly article really
jose did the right thing
Chelsea are the masters of the PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL.
One chance one goal, then with the right tactics sit back and remain in formation. Chelsea over the years have been masters of this game.
"Either way I still think United could very well possibly catch up with City depending on the formation played in our up and coming games."
I agree, if we are open as we were today against half decent sides we will get picked apart.
comment by Vidicschin (U3584)
posted 5 minutes ago
Sensible decision from Jose. There really is no logical reason to argue against it.
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he always "parks the bus" when his team are inferior and may end up losing.
Still think Chelsea will crack up.
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
Funny thing is we've still scored the most goals this season
They will probably go down as the most dull side to ever win the Premier League that's for sure
comment by Manc Python (U17527)
posted 21 seconds ago
They will probably go down as the most dull side to ever win the Premier League that's for sure
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Percentage football at it's best. Even Avram Grant used those tactics getting Chelsea to the Champions League final. Play in formation, get a goal then sit back and play the game of chess.
That's what Chelsea have been doing for years in these big games.
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 8 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
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Most watched? 75% of viewers would have fallen asleep thanks to Borerinho Zzzzzzzzzz!
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 12 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
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Bollox
comment by Manc Python (U17527)
posted 5 minutes ago
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 12 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
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Bollox
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oh no not united fans too
deluded idiot,
top of league, most goals
Expected a draw before the match. Chelsea didn't want to have their lead eaten away again, City didn't want to fall any further behind.
I think the performance is something everyone expects from a Mourinho team. Set up not to lose in the big matches. If they can beat the teams they should definitely be beating, then its a case of accepting a point in the big matches, though trying to nick all 3 points if the other team opens up too much trying for the win themselves.
Chelsea went into a game against their nearest and only realistic challengers for the title and still have the same lead they had beforehand, you do the sums
🇬🇧 MARK.🇬🇧 (U1449)
You do the sums, but by god it is NEGATIVE in terms of tactics.
Shocking to the extent of a disgrace considering this was a HOME fixture at the Bridge.
PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL at it's best.
comment by The_Bossman1 (U1631)
posted 2 minutes ago
🇬🇧 MARK.🇬🇧 (U1449)
You do the sums, but by god it is NEGATIVE in terms of tactics.
Shocking to the extent of a disgrace considering this was a HOME fixture at the Bridge.
PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL at it's best.
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horses for courses
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 2 hours, 47 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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This pathetic myth about Mourinho making Chelsea play "anti-football" doesn't stack up when you see that Chelsea are the top scorers in the league.
There's a difference between "anti-football" and playing tactically to mitigate against losses of big players and having the burden of a tired team.
You don't win Premier League trophies without a measure of tactical flexibility. I wouldn't expect a Spurs fan to understand this, however... for obvious reasons.
About time I had one of these (U4234)
Truth be told my friend, Chelsea have played their cards smart to the extent of NEGATIVE in the real BIG GAMES.
And at home today, most managers in world football would have gone one to try and win the game. Chelsea have really played this PERCENTAGE game in the big head to head's for the best part of nearly a decade. Baring the Di Mateo and AVB stints.
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posted on 31/1/15
This Chelsea team is no way as good as the Mourinho team of the mid 00's.
They have been played up relentlessly by the media.
In fact, this shows how poor the premier league is nowadays compared to the old Big4 era of 2004 - 2010.
posted on 31/1/15
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
posted on 31/1/15
Are these the type of tactical decisions that see Mourinho win trophies or was it the cowards way out?
------
It's how you win the league.
Not every game has to be gung-ho from Chelsea. They knew they couldn't afford to drop any points, with a 120 minute game mid-week, it was expected.
posted on 31/1/15
Sensible decision from Jose. There really is no logical reason to argue against it.
posted on 31/1/15
Lets face it even Fergie has applied the same tactics in certain situations especially when so much is on the line.
posted on 31/1/15
silly article really
jose did the right thing
posted on 31/1/15
Chelsea are the masters of the PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL.
One chance one goal, then with the right tactics sit back and remain in formation. Chelsea over the years have been masters of this game.
posted on 31/1/15
"Either way I still think United could very well possibly catch up with City depending on the formation played in our up and coming games."
I agree, if we are open as we were today against half decent sides we will get picked apart.
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Vidicschin (U3584)
posted 5 minutes ago
Sensible decision from Jose. There really is no logical reason to argue against it.
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he always "parks the bus" when his team are inferior and may end up losing.
posted on 31/1/15
Still think Chelsea will crack up.
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
posted on 31/1/15
Funny thing is we've still scored the most goals this season
posted on 31/1/15
They will probably go down as the most dull side to ever win the Premier League that's for sure
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Manc Python (U17527)
posted 21 seconds ago
They will probably go down as the most dull side to ever win the Premier League that's for sure
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posted on 31/1/15
Percentage football at it's best. Even Avram Grant used those tactics getting Chelsea to the Champions League final. Play in formation, get a goal then sit back and play the game of chess.
That's what Chelsea have been doing for years in these big games.
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 8 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
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Most watched? 75% of viewers would have fallen asleep thanks to Borerinho Zzzzzzzzzz!
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 12 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
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It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
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Bollox
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Manc Python (U17527)
posted 5 minutes ago
comment by Say My Name (U18558)
posted 12 minutes ago
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 15 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It most likely just became the most watched PL game EVER but you carry on with your delusion.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Bollox
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posted on 31/1/15
oh no not united fans too
deluded idiot,
top of league, most goals
posted on 31/1/15
Expected a draw before the match. Chelsea didn't want to have their lead eaten away again, City didn't want to fall any further behind.
I think the performance is something everyone expects from a Mourinho team. Set up not to lose in the big matches. If they can beat the teams they should definitely be beating, then its a case of accepting a point in the big matches, though trying to nick all 3 points if the other team opens up too much trying for the win themselves.
posted on 31/1/15
Chelsea went into a game against their nearest and only realistic challengers for the title and still have the same lead they had beforehand, you do the sums
posted on 31/1/15
🇬🇧 MARK.🇬🇧 (U1449)
You do the sums, but by god it is NEGATIVE in terms of tactics.
Shocking to the extent of a disgrace considering this was a HOME fixture at the Bridge.
PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL at it's best.
posted on 31/1/15
comment by The_Bossman1 (U1631)
posted 2 minutes ago
🇬🇧 MARK.🇬🇧 (U1449)
You do the sums, but by god it is NEGATIVE in terms of tactics.
Shocking to the extent of a disgrace considering this was a HOME fixture at the Bridge.
PERCENTAGE FOOTBALL at it's best.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
horses for courses
posted on 31/1/15
comment by Ledley's resurrection: Football Manager legend - Respect the Barca M.S.N (U20121)
posted 2 hours, 47 minutes ago
Was reading an article earlier as to why Chelsea vs Man City isn't as big a game as it should be in comparison to United vs City/Arsenal/Liverpool has been over the last 10-15 years.
It's quite clear why... Because none of those teams would indulge in the dull anti-football that Moanrinho preaches
----------------------------------------------------------------------
This pathetic myth about Mourinho making Chelsea play "anti-football" doesn't stack up when you see that Chelsea are the top scorers in the league.
There's a difference between "anti-football" and playing tactically to mitigate against losses of big players and having the burden of a tired team.
You don't win Premier League trophies without a measure of tactical flexibility. I wouldn't expect a Spurs fan to understand this, however... for obvious reasons.
posted on 31/1/15
About time I had one of these (U4234)
Truth be told my friend, Chelsea have played their cards smart to the extent of NEGATIVE in the real BIG GAMES.
And at home today, most managers in world football would have gone one to try and win the game. Chelsea have really played this PERCENTAGE game in the big head to head's for the best part of nearly a decade. Baring the Di Mateo and AVB stints.
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