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Last season, suspicion about the squad was more than adequate, as there were still clear inquiries regarding the development of the squad. Between the January window and this mid year, however, Jose Mourinho and the board have made an exceptional showing of adjusting an effectively capable squad, transforming it into an unit that most hope to turn into one of the tip top sides in Europe.
That mission begins Monday evening against recently advertised Burnley, where we'll likely have our first true take a gander at how Diego Costa and Cesc Fabregas help with our powerlessness to break down the less skilled squads we'll confront. Burnley are to some degree unrealistic to essentially pack the case and play for an attract their first home match since coming back to the Premier League, however they're unrealistic to be excessively daring going ahead either.
Everything considered, this will be the 46th gathering between the Blues and the Clarets, with Chelsea having won 22, drawn eight, and lost 15 of the past experiences. The main two Premier League experiences between the sides both brought about Chelsea wins, with the Blues dealing with 3-0 and 2-1 triumphs amid the 2009/10 season.
Rival: Burnley FC, Second in the Championship last season to gain advancement
Date/time: Monday, August 18, 2014 at 20:00
Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley, England. Limit 22,546.
Gauge: Warm with light rain anticipated.
Chelsea squad news: The Blues are moderately solid right now, with the main flow harm inquiry being Didier Drogba. The Ivorian is required to take a late wellness test, yet it wouldn't stun me at all to see the Blues play it safe and essentially utilize Fernando Torres on the seat.
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