We all know that Chelsea haven’t played at their best level for months.
In two games against PSG they lost without losing.
Away goals put them out in a dramatic second leg at Stamford Bridge.
But they’re still top and still favourites.
Their first cushion is a six-point lead.
Their second cushion is that game in hand.
AND THEY DON’T NEED TO WIN ALL 9 GAMES.
That’s their third cushion.
If Chelsea did have to win nine that would be a very inhibiting pressure.
Mourinho says, “We need six wins and a draw.”
Chelsea also have a very inventivevBelgian kid who could be in line for Footballer of the Year.
Eden Hazard is the best player in England right now.
He makes goals and scores them and can create his own goals.
Hazard also wins free-kicks
Stoke are safe in 10th place but have lost their last two games.
Chelsea v Stoke is at 5.30 on Sky.