Chelsea crush West Ham as Potter faces pressure and a retro crest stirs the mood
Chelsea crushed West Ham to pile pressure on Graham Potter.
Cole Palmer tweaked something in the warm up and is out.
Estêvão, Chelsea’s new 18 year old wing sensation, takes his creative brief.
Chelsea will sport their new third kit this evening.
Take a quick glance, and you could think they are cosplaying as Scotland.
A closer inspection reveals the commemorative golden disc carries two words that clear up the confusion.
Chelsea also become the latest club to go retro with their crest.
The mid 80s lion sprawled across the letters CFC is a bold throwback.
The retro motif sits across the shirt like a lounge chair.
Nevertheless the match will test West Ham’s resolve and their badge.
West Ham pressed high and chased every ball, yet Chelsea found gaps.
I distrust high lines unless a centre back built like a barge guards the space.
The Hammers must trust the badge and tighten their back line.
Moreover, the Hammers face a stern test.
Thus the roar from the stands matters more than any boardroom decision.
TLDR
- Chelsea’s Estêvão steps in as Palmer misses out through a warm-up issue.
- West Ham apply a hard press but Chelsea carve chances and win control of the flow.
- Chelsea unveil a retro crest and a third kit that fans will talk about for weeks.
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