Chelsea’s squad is so packed with talent you may claim it’s hard to find the players that make the team work. Without these players Chelsea just wouldn’t be on the same level.
1. JOHN TERRY (England, Central defender)
Terry is captain of club and country and he sets the benchmark which the other Chelsea players adhere to. Willing to defend by any means necessary with skill and bravery, what often gets lost in the plaudits given to Terry is that he is a very technically sound defender. His skill at stopping teams set players and fearlessly leading the team by example can be incredible, he is a fine example of a strong team leader and an outstanding choice as captain of the club and his country.
2. ASHLEY COLE (England, Left back)
Every time he lines up against the Gunners he may be booed openly by Arsenal fans, although he is still considered by many to be the best left back in the soccer world. Certainly he has struggled for form and confidence at times, his quality balls into the box after breakaways down the left side can only be matched by his nack of stopping the worlds best players in their tracks. noone else managers to keep players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo quite during games. That’s not luck, that is because Ashley Cole is a world class left back.
3. MIKAEL ESSIEN (Ghana, Central midfielder)
Injury robbed Chelsea of Essien for a large chunk of last season and his absence was keenly felt,despite the team being filled with outstanding midfielders. Essien helps balance the midfield. He is a technically gifted soccer player with a great work rate and defensive skill. He gets forward well and packs a powerful shot from distance. The 24.4 million pounds Chelsea paid to land the midfielder from Lyon in the summer of 2005 looks to be a bargain at today’s prices.
4. FRANK LAMPARD (England, Central Midfielder)
Every team needs a midfielder like Lampard who can weigh in with plenty of goals, if they are to be successful. Lampard is one of the best around. He has started scoring goals again this season due to Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to give him a slightly deeper role in the team. His willingness to join the attack along with his ability to link with other players in the team make him dangerous up the front.
5. DIDIER DROGBA (Ivory Coast, Attacker)
There are many who believe that Didier Drogba is the finest attacker in world at the moment, and on current form, it is hard to dispute that. Didier Drogba wearing the authentic Chelsea soccer jersey makes all defenders fear the upcoming game. He may argue with officials and opposing players and fall over at the slightest touch but at times he can be unstoppable. His goal scorring ability and excellent presence are vital for Chelsea, and at times he has carried the team on his back. He alone may end Manchester United’s dominance of the Premier League.
Five world class stars to make up just under half of a world class team.
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