The premier league is known for its dramatic turns and twists. One of the greatest battles that rage quietly all season is the battle of the top four. Gone are the days when the big four reigned supreme in the league. In this era, that number has expanded to the big six. Thus, six teams would have to do battle in the league. However, only four of those teams would make their way to the champions’ league. This is the battle which Chelsea faces in the league right now. What better way to promote their ambition than winning their match against Huddersfield.
Chelsea
Chelsea is a team who are looking to make the champions league places. The race for the top four has never been so fiercely contested between the teams. It is also new that most teams are in the form of their lives heading to the final part of the season. After their heavy defeat to Bournemouth, Chelsea is now 5th in the league. That thrashing has seen Arsenal leapfrog them into 4th position in the league. The lead is however only on goal difference as both teams are on 47 points. Chelsea has a chance to get back into the top four when they meet Huddersfield. With Arsenal playing against Manchester City, their chances are even higher. A loss here today could even see them fall down to 6th in the league. It is really a must-win match for Chelsea.
Huddersfield
Huddersfield is a team in real danger in the league. They have dug themselves into a hole where they might not be able to save themselves in the league. Huddersfield is currently lying in 20th position in the league which is rock bottom. They have only managed to amass 11 points from the 24 matches that have been played. They are deep into the relegation zone. They would have to close the 12 points gap which is open between themselves and Burnley in the league to have any chances of survival. Chelsea awaits them hoping to inflict more misery upon their hearts and souls.
Form
The form of both teams is usually considered before going into a match. This helps us to gauge the current morale of the team. Chelsea has not had the best of times in their recent games. They have won three of their last six matches. They have lost the remaining ones. This is one of the major reasons why they have fallen down the pecking order in the league. They would hope to change that starting with a match against Huddersfield.
Huddersfield form is nothing to place your hopes on. Huddersfield has not won a game in their last six games. Five of those matches have ended in losses while they have managed to draw one game. This was a draw against Cardiff. These are desperate times for Huddersfield. They would have to start winning if they want to make any difference in the league this season.
It would certainly be interesting to see how Chelsea picks themselves up after their defeat to Bournemouth.
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