***The Official Chelsea FC Thread***

[ImaGamer_OS]

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I love this transfer! Welcome Victor Moses. For those who missed the Nigerian International in our league opener, he was arguably the best player on the pitch and gave us plenty of headaches. An exciting player who adds depth to the squad.

http://www.chelseafc.com/news-article/article/2899473/title/moses-transfer-completed

Also, we signed Cesar Azpilicueta who recently represented Spain at the London Olmpics.

http://www.chelseafc.com/news-article/article/2898781

Match Preview: vs Newcastle United

http://www.chelseafc.com/news-article/article/2898486

Make a note in your diaries, by the way: Chelsea's defence of the Champions League starts with the group stage draw in Monaco on Thursday 30 August at 5pm.

[ImaGamer_OS]

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A great result, Chelsea 2 - Newcastle 0. Very pleasing to make it three from three and keep another clean sheet here. Match report here:

http://www.chelseafc.com/news-article/article/2900327/title/match-report%3A-chelsea-2-newcastle-united-0

Fernando Torres showed signs that his confidence is rising. He scored a good goal and looked to get more involved. His touch failed him a couple times though there was one brilliant example of what he can do 25 minutes in when he chested the ball, let it fall to his knee and put a lovely pass to the attacking player. Class.

The Spaniard also showed a good turn of foot to win the penalty that allowed Hazard to score his first BPL goal. The ref made a great call too by the way. This was Torres' best match of the season and he now has three goals from his past four games. Goals bring confidence to any CF, Torres is no different. Torres still has a way to go before we hail his full return to form though the signs are promising.

Eden Hazard's stock continues to rise. What a player Di Matteo has brought to our club. So skillful with the ball and blistering over 5-10m that leaves most for dead. We will look back on this season in time and acknowledge we have a future Chelsea legend on our hands.'

I couldn't help but think of Victor Moses on the LW for us. Bertrand was ok, though a couple of his crosses were abysmal spoiling some good lead up work. Mata also played well and his combination with Hazard is looking really promising.

[KG]

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Yesterday was the best we've lookedin a while. Last yearif you would told me we'd go up 2-0 early I'd bet the house we'd concede at least 1. Great overall effort defensively. Mikel & Mierles controlled the MF and oyr CBs did a pretty good job on Cisse & Ba.

Great to see Torres score again but he still needs to be more aggressive although that long ball-chest controlled pass to Bertrand was sexy. Loved seeing RDM throw Bertrand out there to help neutralize Ben Arfa.

I can't wait til we get Marin back healthy and Moses. So much pace to run at tired legs late in matches.

[Ozil]

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Easily our best game so far in the young season. As some of you have said, we controlled the midfield and were solid defensively.

My lovefest with Eden Hazard continues to grow. He's adjusted so so well and I really enjoy watching him play. Mata was also solid and I'm glad we're starting to see more signs of the old El Nino. He's still not all the way back, but he's getting better by the week.

Looking forward to the Super Cup

[ImaGamer_OS]

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Thoughts on Victor Moses' value to the team?

[Pete Dahh Sneak]

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2nd choice winger and 3rd choice ST. I honestly don't know how he'll do. On the Wigan message boards, they're not that upset he's gone which scares me considering the 7m+addons we had to pay when we got someone like Cahill for a similar price.

[Altimus]

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I say the more wingers the better, still need to bring in another true CF. Even if Torres comes back to true form, still need another one.

If Cavani doesn't fall through, maybe we can pick up Higuan from Real.

As far as the game, good game. There's a whole new level of creativity and passing that was non-existent last year. Hazard could be the signing of the year if he keeps this up.

Can't wait till Friday!

[KG]

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I say the more wingers the better, still need to bring in another true CF. Even if Torres comes back to true form, still need another one.

If Cavani doesn't fall through, maybe we can pick up Higuan from Real.

As far as the game, good game. There's a whole new level of creativity and passing that was non-existent last year. Hazard could be the signing of the year if he keeps this up.

Can't wait till Friday!

I don't think Jose will let Higuain go. He's started the first 2 league matches for Real and they need insurance in case Benzema goes back to his form from 2yrs ago.

I don't think we're planning on getting another ST. If they get put in a pinch they'll call up Piazon. He's not ready for prime-time but he can spot-play if Sturridge or Torres pick up a knock. He's a much better and willing passer than Sturridge.

I think we're done now that we have cover at RB. For some reason I'm not that excited about the Super Cup. It's cool that we're in it but I want to keep up this good run of form in the league.

[kelvinmak]

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Mata, Oscar, Hazard, and now Moses (plus a Roman upstairs)... it's like a fantasy team put together by those god-awful, pun-loving British tabloid headline writers.

[Altimus]

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I don't think Jose will let Higuain go. He's started the first 2 league matches for Real and they need insurance in case Benzema goes back to his form from 2yrs ago.

I don't think we're planning on getting another ST. If they get put in a pinch they'll call up Piazon. He's not ready for prime-time but he can spot-play if Sturridge or Torres pick up a knock. He's a much better and willing passer than Sturridge.

I think we're done now that we have cover at RB. For some reason I'm not that excited about the Super Cup. It's cool that we're in it but I want to keep up this good run of form in the league.

I thought Real are still shopping for another striker. The reason I say Higuain is because he is somewhat disgruntled there, at least if you believe some of the reports.

As far as the Super Cub, doesn't mean anything. I'm just hoping for a victory but more importantly no injuries. Has to be better than last year's Super Cup as that was a snoozer.

[ImaGamer_OS]

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I thought Real are still shopping for another striker. The reason I say Higuain is because he is somewhat disgruntled there, at least if you believe some of the reports.

As far as the Super Cub, doesn't mean anything. I'm just hoping for a victory but more importantly no injuries. Has to be better than last year's Super Cup as that was a snoozer.

Kinda' agree with this though football is football and any competition we're in I'm all in for us winning the the damn thing!

Atletico Madrid are up next, it should be a good game. As you said, hoping we get out of this minus injuries and looking for an improvement overall. Another goal for Torres (to make it four from his last five) would be nice as well for the confidence of the Spaniard who seems to be warming to the task.

[Pete Dahh Sneak]

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I thought Real are still shopping for another striker. The reason I say Higuain is because he is somewhat disgruntled there, at least if you believe some of the reports.

He signed a 5 year extension like 2 weeks ago.

[Altimus]

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He signed a 5 year extension like 2 weeks ago.

Missed it, good call.

[Bezzey]

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I want to win the Super Cup, more trophies equals more confidence.

[Altimus]

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Drogba was back at the Chelsea training ground today...

Just to say hello...