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As indicated yesterday head coach Thomas Tuchel hands starts for today's game to Kepa Arrizabalaga, N'Golo Kante, Hakim Ziyech and Billy Gilmour. There is also a start under Tuchel for the first time for Kurt Zouma who partners Andreas Christensen at the heart of the Chelsea defence. there are also selections for Emerson and Marcos Alonso.  Tammy Abraham leads the attack for the Blues with both Christian Pulisic and Callum Hudson-Odoi included in the starting line-up. Two midfielders from the academy, Tino Anjorin and Lewis Bate are amongst the substitutions for todays game. For the hosts Barnsley they have former Chelsea academy player Bradley Collins in goal, just like they did for when Chelsea beat Barnsley 6-0 in the Carabao Cup win earlier this season. For more articles on news relating to Chelsea Football Club please visit my twitter account  Link -  Follow Chelsea (@FollowChelsea4) / Twitter  

Timo Werner explains how tweak in his position under head coach Thomas Tuchel contributed towards his match-winning performance against Sheffield United.  In recent matches there has been a noticeable improvement in Werner's fortunes, none more highlighted so than last nights trip to South Yorkshire to face Sheffield United at Brammal Lane, where he was the creator in both of Chelsea's goals as the Blues won 2-1. The freedom that Werner has been provided with to play on the shoulders of defenders and then drop deep between the lines was clearly evident yesterday as he looked a constant threat throughout Chelsea's victory with his running both on and off the ball. Werner revealed after the game that a key change in his role since Tuchel has taken over as Chelsea head coach, playing in a more central position and closer to his fellow strikers, is helping him to exploit and find space in order to attack opposition defences. Werner said 'Every manager is different in how th

Thomas Tuchel's first taste of a premier league game outside of London took place in freezing conditions in South Yorkshire against tough opposition, so there was little wonder he was happy with the way in which his team stood up to the challenge at Bramall Lane.  They may be at the bottom of the table but Sheffield United have proven to be problematic opponents for just about every side in the premier league this season, and tonight was no different. The blades should have gone ahead inside 30 seconds and then had a penalty overturned by VAR before Chelsea took the lead on the stroke of half-time through Mason Mount. Sheffield United got back on level terms though through an Antonio Rudiger own goal on for Timo Werner, who created the opening for Mason Mount, to win Chelsea a penalty like he had done at Tottenham. Just like at Tottenham, Jorginho netted what would prove to be the winner, leaving Tuchel to reflect on a third consecutive league victory. On today's game Tuchel sa

Timo Werner and Mason Mount Celebrate Chelsea's opening goal against Sheffield United For the second time in the space of four days a penalty from Jorginho proved to be the difference as Chelsea moved up to fifth in the table with a win over Sheffield United at Brammal Lane. Just like the game on Thursday against Tottenham again it was Timo Werner who was fouled, but this time Jorginho opted to go for hid more traditional penalty technique to send goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale the wrong way. Jorginho is now Chelsea's second top goalscorer in the league with five goals to his name. The winger which came in the 58th minute after Antonio Rudiger had put through his own net awkwardly for what was an unfortunate first goal conceded under Thomas Tuchel. Rudiger more than made up for his mistake with a series of vital blocks and clearances as Chelsea doggedly defended their narrow lead later on in the game. Chelsea enjoyed a couple of early let offs in the game, not least when Sheffield U

Head coach Thomas Tuchel makes three changes to the Chelsea team for tonight's away game to Sheffield United. Into the side come Andreas Christensen, Ben Chilwell and Olivier Giroud. Christensen replaces the injured Thiago Silva, Chilwell replaces Marcos Alonso and Giroud leads the frontline with Callum-Hudson Odoi dropping to the bench.  There is no Christian Pulisic for today's game but there is a return to the bench for Kurt Zouma after injury. Billy Gilmour has his first involvement under Tuchel with a place on the bench. Let me know your thoughts in the comments below  I'm predicting a 2-0 win to Chelsea  For more articles on news relating to Chelsea Football Club please visit my twitter account  Link -  Follow Chelsea (@FollowChelsea4) / Twitter

Chelsea move from North London to South Yorkshire as a string of away games continues for the Blues with a visit to Brammal Lane to face Sheffield United on Sunday.  Beginning on Sunday, Chelsea will embark on a five day tour of South Yorkshire, as they take on two clubs separated by 12 miles of green belt, covered in snow. Before Chelsea face Barnsley in the FA Cup there is the small matter of facing Sheffield United in the premier league, with both sides having regained some form as of late.  Bramall Lane is one of those rare away fixtures where the biggest ever win for Chelsea was their maiden bow with a 3-0 victory back in January 1908 with George Hilsden getting on the scoresheet twice. Chelsea's most recent success came back in 2006 with goals from Michael Ballack and Frank Lampard. Sheffield United have recently discovered their cutting edge, winning five of their past seven games in all competitions. They hold an advantage as they have had an extra two days preparation over

It was an emphatic penalty from Jorginho which separated both Chelsea and Tottenham on Thursday night, after the game the midfielder spoke about his new technique for taking a penalty as well the team's hard and humble work since the arrival of Thomas Tuchel to Chelsea. You wouldn't have known that the last 2 of Jorginho's 5 penalties have been saved this season, such was the efficiency in which he dispatched his penalty kick in North London. Somewhat of a surprise considering Chelsea's dominance throughout the game, Jorginho's strike from 12 yards out was the only goal of the game leaving Chelsea's vice-captain to reflect on a terrific away win. 'It's a great feeling' says Jorginho. 'We worked very hard. We knew it would be a difficult game, it was a great London derby against a very good side. We thoroughly deserved the win.  'The first half was excellent. We created lots of chances and could and probably should have scored more goals. We s

  Jorginho smashes the ball past Hugo Lloris to give Chelsea the lead A penalty from Jorginho, smashed rather than placed into the Tottenham net in the first half , proved to be the difference as Thomas Tuchel secured his first away win as Chelsea head coach. On a cold rainy night in North London, it was no more than Chelsea deserved as the result consigned former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho to back to back defeats in the premier league for the first time in his managerial career. The victory also moved Chelsea above Tottenham in the league table. Chelsea sit i sixth place only four points of fourth place Liverpool.  Goalscorer Jorginho ditched his previous little jump style following his recent failures from the penalty spot, after some sharpness from Timo Werner which drew the foul in the penalty box from Eric Dier. The goal was nothing more than Chelsea deserved for an excellent display in the first half which Chelsea totally dominated despite creating a few more chances in the secon

Chelsea starting line-up to face Tottenham  A place for a place in the top six is on the line as eight place Chelsea visit seventh place Tottenham in this edition of the fierce London derby. There will be lots of drama to follow as there always is when these two teams meet. Will Chelsea build on the decent start under Thomas Tuchel? Will Mourinho have the final word? This promises to be a game of great entertainment and drama don't go anywhere you won't want to miss this.  Chelsea team news  Chelsea make one change to the team which won against Burnley on the weekend. Reece James has passed a fitness test and comes into the side with Callum Hudson-Odoi expected to play in a more forward role. Tammy Abraham makes way for Timo Werner to lead the attack and there is also a return to the bench for Hakim Ziyech having been rested for Chelsea's last game.  Speaking about the inclusion of James and whether it meant a change in the teams shape Tuchel said ' A little bit yes. Th

Tuchel believes that homegrown players at Chelsea can make the step up into the first team such as Reece James and Callum Hudson-Odoi Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel insists that it is important that Chelsea have an identity with the homegrown players at the heart of Chelsea's team and believes that the quality is there for this to be achieved. When asked about the importance of the club producing youngsters during his media press conference to preview the game against Tottenham and he responded with praise of both the physical and technical qualities he has seen from the academy graduates in Chelsea's team, as well the mentality adopted to rise to any challenges. With the likes of Mason Mount, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Tammy Abraham have featured in both of Tuchel's games in charge , whilst Reece James made an appearance of the bench during the victory over Wolves over the weekend.  Tuchel stated ' the guys we have here currently it has been a pleasure to work with them.

Thiago Silva in action against Sevilla in the UEFA Champions League Thiago Silva sits down and explains why he is happy to work under head coach Thomas Tuchel for second time and outlines what he expects to achieve for the remainder of the season in an interview which was printed in the programme notes for the game against Burnley. The Brazilian defender will know Thomas Tuchel better than anyone having spend two seasons playing under the current Chelsea head coach whilst at PSG, whilst winning the Ligue 1 title in both his seasons in Paris along with reaching the final of the champions league last year. There are mixed feelings for Thiago Silva with Chelsea legend Frank Lampard's departure from the club as head coach, however Silva says the arrival of Tuchel is proof that there are always new experiences in football even for a player who has witnessed so much in a ling, glittering and successful career.  Ahead of Sunday's victory over Burnley in Chelsea's matchday programm

Marcos Alonso with Chelsea's second goal in a 2-0 victory over Burnley Marcos Alonso has called on his Chelsea team mates to use the first win they secured against Burnley in Thomas Tuchel's second game in charge as a stepping stone to propel themselves higher up in the premier league table.  The 30 year old Spaniard was one of two Spanish defenders to score in Chelsea's lunchtime victory over Burnley , his spectacular late strike later on securing the three points after captain Cesar Azpiliqueta had netted the opener in the first half.  Alonso back in the side for the first time since September operated in the left wing-back position in the 3-4-3 position deployed by Thomas Tuchel , a system which he has excelled in for Chelsea under Antonio Conte in Chelsea's title winning campaign of 2016/17. His goal was emphatically taken which excellent control on both chest and knee before thumping a volley into the far corner . Afterwards Alonso admitted that the overall shape o

Thomas Tuchel Analyses the win over Burnley and heaps praise on Marcos Alonso Thomas Tuchel watched his Chelsea side dominate Burnley and in contrast to the midweek fixture against Wolves he saw goals to accompany the overall performance ensuring he celebrated his first victory as Chelsea boss afterwards.  The damage was done to the Clarets from Spaniards Cesar Azpiliqueta and Marcos Alonso, with Alonso's inclusion and finish being the major post-match talking points. Speaking on his early Chelsea selections and the display of Timo Werner but first he analysed the overall effort of his players.  'It was the complete performance both in attach and in defence.' he said. 'We needed to be sure that we were physically strong against the long balls and the aerial duels.' You need to be aware of he second balls which fly behind your back.' 'We worked together as a team, the three centre backs along with the two sixes were outstanding , We applied active defending a

 Tuchel makes four changes for Burnley including a 50th league   start for Mason Mount  Chelsea's starting line-up to face Burnley at Stamford Bridge For todays game against Burnley at Stamford Bridge, Thomas Tuchel makes four changes which include a 50th league start for Mason Mount as well as a first appearance since September for Marcos Alonso.  Timo Werner and Tammy Abraham also come back into the side  from the midweek draw with Wolves as head coach Tuchel looks for his first win as Chelsea boss. Those to drop out are Olivier Giroud, Hakim Ziyech, Kai Havertz and Ben Chilwell.  However it remains to be seen whether Tammy Abraham will be joined up front by Timo Werner in a 3-5-2 formation the back three though remains unchanged with Thiago Silva and Antonio Rudiger joining Cesar Azpiliqueta in front of goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. Both Jorginho and Matteo Kovacic form the midfield, with Callum Hudson-Odoi also starting in what is expected to be in the wing-back position once again

 Match Preview Chelsea welcome Burnley to Stamford Bridge in the premier league on Sunday  A third straight home fixture for Chelsea as Burnley from the North-West of England arrive in South West London. Head coach Thomas Tuchel's second match in charge is the first game kicking off in daylight since November last year.  Hosting a robust claret over a Sunday lunch appears to sound as if the halcyon days are as good as it gets in lockdown, The main course being served is Chelsea vs Burnley at Stamford Bridge which pips the third longest serving coach across the English system Sean Dyche against most recent arrival Thomas Tuchel. Despite being dominant with the ball on Wednesday night against Wolves this was not enough to hand Thomas Tuchel a winning start to his tenure at Chelsea, however, the Bavarian has had more days in order to instil his approach in order to prepare for his second consecutive league game at Stamford Bridge. Tuchel said 'if we take care of our performances t

Thomas Tuchel was impressed with Chelsea's Intensity and Courage in the draw against Wolves German head coach Thomas Tuchel had to settle for a 0-0 draw against Wolves in his first game in charge of Chelsea, however the German saw plenty of promising signs to build on after only having one day to work with his players in preparation for the game.  Tuchel was appointed Chelsea head coach exactly 24 hours before Chelsea were due to play Wolves at Stamford Bridge meaning preparations were very limited.  There will no doubt be an element of frustration amongst the players with not being able to take three points from a game dominated by Chelsea from start to finish, instead having to be content with a 0-0 draw despite coming so close to winning the game with the last kick.  However Tuchel was very impressed with how much of his message and preferred style of play had been taken on board by the team in a short space of time, ensuring he has a solid base to work on moving forwards. Tuche