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May162021 by JBNo Comments

Tammy Abraham’s girlfriend blasts Tuchel after FA Cup final snub

Premier League

Tammy Abraham’s girlfriend Leah Monroe slammed Thomas Tuchel after her partner was left out of Chelsea’s FA Cup final squad against Leicester City The England international was a key part of the team under the German’s predecessor, Frank Lampard, but has fallen down the pecking order since Tuchel replaced him in January. Article continues below (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite the lack of first team chances, Abraham remains Chelsea’s top goalscorer this campaign having found the back of the net 12 times in 34 matches, including four en route to the final of the competition. Abraham scored his first senior hat-trick in the fourth round victory over Luton in Lampard’s last game at the helm, and also scored the decisive goal in the fifth round...

May142021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel confirms Kante selection decision ahead of FA Cup final

Premier League

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says he has no fears over N’Golo Kante’s fitness ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final against Leicester City. Article continues below (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Frenchman has been in outstanding form of late and won the man of the match award in both legs of Chelsea’s Champions League semi-final win against Real Madrid. However, Kante missed Wednesday’s shocking home defeat against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge which blew open the race to finish in the top four of the league. Tuchel, however, revealed the midfielder came through yesterday’s training session unscathed and has no reservations about him returning to the starting XI at Wembley. ‘Yes it’s huge,’ said Tuchel, referring to Kante’s impending return. ‘We ...

May132021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel confirms one sure starter for Chelsea in FA Cup final

Premier League

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Kepa Arrizabalaga will start in goal for the London side in Saturday’s FA Cup final against Leicester City. The Spanish keeper returned to the starting lineup for Wednesday’s Premier League game against Arsenal but could do nothing about the goal that won the game for Arteta’s side. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A woeful pass from Jorginho was almost rolled into the empty net with Kepa just about clawing the back off the line. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reacted first to the loose ball however and teed up Emile Smith Rowe to score after just 16 minutes. Kepa’s inclusion ahead of Edouard Mendy was one of several changes made by Tuchel who conceded post-match he had made a mistake with his selection. But, th...

May132021 by JBNo Comments

Thomas Tuchel names the Chelsea player responsible for 1-0 defeat to Arsenal

Premier League

Thomas Tuchel was not impressed with the manner of Arsenal’s winning goal against his Chelsea team and criticised Jorginho for his part in it. Jorginho’s backpass ran past Kepa Arrizabalaga towards the open net and while the Chelsea keeper kept the ball out, Aubameyang squared the ball back to Emile Smith Rowe for a simple tap-in. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tuchel was unhappy with the ‘total gift’ handed to Arteta's side and made no secret of his annoyance at the error from Jorginho. ‘It’s totally our fault, nobody elses. I think we lost the game. It’s totally our responsibility. We had huge changes, we made an own goal more or less. A total gift. ‘But overall we were not sharp enough. We could not put the same energy in as usual.’ Asked whethe...

May122021 by JBNo Comments

Jurgen Klopp rates Chelsea’s title chances under Tuchel

Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is adamant that Chelsea will be Premier League title challengers under Thomas Tuchel next campaign. Chelsea have improved since Tuchel took over from Frank Lampard in January as they are now set to secure a top-four finish and have made it to the Champions League and FA Cup finals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Liverpool have struggled due to several major injuries this campaign and now face a huge battle to finish in the Champions League places. But Klopp is confident rhe Reds will return to title-winning form next season but has warned his team that Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City will provide very strong competition. ‘My concern this year is not the gap,’ said Klopp. ‘Last year we had a big ga...

May112021 by JBNo Comments

Thomas Tuchel sends class message to Frank Lampard

Premier League

Thomas Tuchel has praised former Chelsea boss Frank Lampard for ‘laying the foundations’ for the team’s success this campaign. Tuchel took over from Lampard as Blues manager in January, with Chelsea ninth in the Premier League table after just one win in five matches. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea have enjoyed an outstanding season-half to the campaign, progressing to the Champions League final, FA Cup final and making it to third in the Premier League. ‘You can only arrive in the final of the FA Cup or a Champions League final if you make it to the group stage,’ Tuchel said on Tuesday. ‘Frank has an amazing record in the group stage of the Champions League, he won all FA Cup games that were there to win. ‘This lays the foundation to arriv...

May82021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel hails ‘relentless’ Chelsea star after Man City victory

Premier League

Thomas Tuchel has heaped praises on Timo Werner for his ‘relentless’ display in Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday. Raheem Sterling gave Man City a first-half lead, while Sergio Aguero wasted the chance to put the hosts even further clear before halftime as his Panenka penalty was saved by Edouard Mendy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea showed significant improvement in the second half of the game and finally equalised through Hakim Ziyech. Werner then provided the blues with the winning goal as his low cross was met by Marcos Alonso, who’s finish looped over City goalkeeper - Ederson. Werner has been criticised for his poor finishing this campaign and even though he failed to get a goal against City, Tuchel was buoyed by the Ger...

May82021 by JBNo Comments

Thomas Tuchel promises to win the Champions League trophy for Abramovich

UEFA, Premier League

Thomas Tuchel has said that he is working hard to justify the vast resources Roman Abramovich has invested into the club, by winning the Champions League. Tuchel replaced Lampard as manager in January and has guided the club into the Champions League and FA Cup final, while they are fourth in the Premier League and in a good position to qualify for the Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite his impact, Tuchel has not once spoken to Abramovich, with his current contract running until the end of next campaign. The German coach insists he has plenty of contact with the Chelsea board, with no need to speak directly to Abramovich - adding that he only wants to make the Russian billionaire happy. ‘No, absolutely not,’ Tuchel said on if the...

May52021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel tells Chelsea board to sign PSG star this summer

Premier League, Ligue 1

Thomas Tuchel has asked Chelsea’s board to sign Marquinhos from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, according to reports. The blues are already making plans for the summer transfer window and they are believed to be in the market for a new striker with Romelu Lukaku and Erling Haaland on their shortlist. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, according to the Sunday World, Tuchel has put forward his recommendations to Chelsea and one of the names on the list proposed is Marquinhos. The Brazilian star spent just over two years playing under Tuchel at PSG and formed a good partnership with Thiago Silva, who has thrived at Stamford Bridge since joining the club on a free transfer last summer. Chelsea, however, will face a huge task of reuniting Tuchel with...

May42021 by JBNo Comments

Tuchel makes Sergio Ramos prediction ahead of Madrid clash

UEFA, La Liga, Premier League

Thomas Tuchel believes Sergio Ramos will be recalled by Zinedine Zidane and play in Wednesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg against Chelsea. The Premier League team have a narrow advantage after a 1-1 draw in Spain just a week ago, with Christian Pulisic’s away goal tilting the balance in their favour. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea’s remarkable defensive record under Tuchel will be put to test, but their hopes of putting the tie beyond the La Liga giants, are likely to be rendered even tougher if Ramos return for the first time since March 13. Fellow defenders Ferland Mendy and Raphael Varane are also huge doubts, but regardless of their situations, Tuchel expects Ramos to start the game for his club. He said: ‘Does Ramos play or no...