Chelsea faced a stubborn Palace side that asked some very important tactical questions. Here are a few key takeaways before the crucial London derby vs West Ham.
Palace's 7-game preseason added the finesse Chelsea's prolonged summer & 2-game prep could not.
Chelsea head into the new season short on rest, recovery and respite. Can they turn two months of momentum into a title charge?
This is how Maresca exorcised his Chelsea demons to turn his side into World Champions.
Chelsea and Maresca face their most daunting challenge yet against a side and a manager who they'd love to emulate.
João Pedro, Andrey Santos & Estêvão make decisive contributions as Blues march towards a semifinal date against Thiago Silva and Fluminense.
Maresca tinkers to foil Benfica and hopes lightning doesn't strike twice against Palmeiras in the quarterfinals.
The Club World Cup se
A quick dive into the strengths and play style of Chelsea's new #9. Can he break the long lasting 9 curse at the Bridge?
Enzo Maresca's Italian job steals Wood away from Forest and brings Champions League back to Stamford Bridge.
Newcastle vs Chelsea Review: Why the 2nd half display against the Magpies showed the best of Maresca and his side.
Is Nicolas Jackson good enough to lead the line for Chelsea for a third season? If not, what is he missing (except big chances?)
