Premier League 2018/19: Chelsea vs Fulham

Chelsea hosted Fulham in the Premier League last weekend. This intense match gives us a perfect material to take a look at this interesting battle. The following analysis will show both sides’ strategy. 

Chelsea played in their usual 4-3-3 system, however, Giroud returned to the starting line-up and Pedro got chance this time instead of Willian. On the other hand, in the absence of Vietto and Schürrle Fulham formed in a narrow 4-3-1-2 shape which will be important later. Sessegnon positioned alongside Mitrovic in the front line. Whilst Cairney featured as a connection between the midfield and forward line. Behind them, Seri took the holding midfielder role and Chambers and Johansen played as a #8s.

As the match started, it has become clear that both teams were aiming to quick progress and attack. This sometimes created situations where quick transitions occurred. One team attempt to turn into counter-attack after stole the ball this led to another lost ball which gave the opponent to counter-attack. By the way, the first goal also scored through a counter-attack. Kante’s tackle initiated the attack, but Pedro put the ball into the net.