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Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show
Have Chelsea turned a corner after win and clean sheet at Everton?
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A win at Everton! And a clean sheet! What’s going on?!
Matt Davies-Adams is joined by The Athletic’s Chelsea experts Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson for a look back on the 2-0 win at the Hill Dickinson.
We’ve got a full debrief of the victory - including Neto’s transformation under Xabi Alonso, Caicedo’s seamless return to action and more love for Jordan Henderson. Plus, the latest on the injuries to Emi Martinez and Reece James.
Elsewhere - Chelsea Women romped to a 6-2 victory over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge to keep the pressure on Manchester City at the top of the table.
00:00 - Intro
01:59 - Everton 0-2 Chelsea
05:08 - Reece James’ injury
00:00 - Captain Caicedo
10:27 - Jorrel Hato impresses
13:20 - Formational intrigue
18:31 - Neto’s transformation
23:13 - Jordan Henderson appreciation section
27:59 - Martinez’s injury, Penders’ opportunity
36:35 - Elsewhere in Chelsea news
37:19 - CFCW flying
39:10 - Reggie Watson’s star is growing
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