How Ruben Amorim could stop the rot, Brighton to go Greek and an Anfield baptism of fire for Eberechi Eze
Ruben Amorim has a real chance to stop Chelsea slipping.
The club needs structure not shortcuts to fix the rot.
Chelsea will lean on the collective and not rely on a single star.
Palmer is world class when fit, yet the squad can win without him.
Willian, João Pedro and Neto have stepped up on the wings this season.
Chelsea have enough depth to beat Fulham even if Palmer misses the game.
Amorim must choose a plan that suits the tempo of the league.
He loves a hard press and a compact backline not a reckless high line.
In short the balance matters more than sheer bravado.
Brighton are going Greek in style and silhouette this year and the move looks smart.
Their shape is disciplined and their tempo bites when needed.
From the terraces we know the truth about this sport the soul stays with the fans.
As West Ham reporters we know the badge belongs to us and the stands drive it home.
Not to mention this weekend’s slate the games spell danger for all chasing outcomes.
Chelsea v Fulham kicks off Saturday at midday with the others following.
Manchester United v Burnley, Tottenham v Bournemouth, Sunderland v Brentford, Wolves v Everton, Leeds v Newcastle, Brighton v City and Nottingham Forest v West Ham are on the card.
Continue reading in your own time but the message stays the same.
Fully the line of defense requires grit and the crowd demands it.
The claret and blue has not faded and the fans will not bow to a boardroom whim.
Let us see if Amorim can translate that into a revival on the pitch.
TLDR
Amorim must impose order to stop the rot at Chelsea
Brighton go Greek and Chelsea must match the tempo
Eze faces a baptism at Anfield and must rise to the challenge
Eberechi Eze
Chelsea