Chelsea vs MU: Decisive battle for honor

(Baonghean.vn) - 10:00 p.m. today (October 23), Chelsea and MU will enter the highlight match of round 9 of the English Premier League (EPL). The victory or defeat will not be easy to predict, as both teams have reasons to smile after 90 minutes.

But surely, this will probably be their most worth-watching and satisfying match since the beginning of the season. Because, the honor of the “big guy” with championship ambitions, of the people coming and going, is urging them to fight to win all 3 points at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea – MU is the highlight match of round 9 of the Premier League. Photo: Internet

Having been with Chelsea since 2004, the “title” “special one” has been associated with coach Mourinho since then. That “arrogant” label is not wrong with what he has “built” and “caused” at Stamford Bridge. That’s right, the “legacy” that Mou left at Stamford Bridge will not be easy for others to do. Even when he leaves, it will not be separated. Simply, Chelsea’s success is thanks to him, mentioning Chelsea is mentioning Mou and vice versa.

Although everything was against him in his “remarriage”, from the players, the staff under him to the owner Abramovic and the attacks of the media, leading to his dismissal in December last year. They cannot deny that Chelsea’s 3 Premier League titles were built on Mou’s philosophy, playing style and special style. Many Chelsea fans always consider Mou a “saint” because of his great contributions to turning Chelsea into a solid force in England in his era.

Coach Mourinho has left Chelsea a huge "legacy" that is difficult to erase. Photo: Internet

Returning to Stamford Bridge with almost the strongest squad (only Jones is absent due to injury), can Mou make London "stormy" once again? Very possible! But now, the shadow of the "Special One" has somewhat faded. He may even receive boos from the stands. Because of the "stains" that Mou once caused, because he was the captain of the great rival - "The Red Devils". And also because the new coach Conte is doing too well at Chelsea, both in terms of the team's image as well as his style as a teacher.

The Italian coach is doing what many have failed to do when steering Chelsea away from Mou’s “special” influence. Instead of nagging and criticizing like Mou, he has inspired the “blue warriors” to practice and compete with the energy and charisma of a “heart-to-heart” coach. In particular, he has truly carried out a tactical revolution at Stamford Bridge.

The switch from 4-2-3-1 to 3-4-3 has brought initial success, with 2 consecutive victories against Hull and defending champions Leicester. Although we know that Hull is just an "underdog", and "The Foxes" are just a "King" phenomenon, shining brightly and then fading away. But at least the victory helps Chelsea close out a terrible September and open up a hopeful October, a perfect start before the big match with MU.

Only victory can help coach Conte erase the "monument" Mourinho at Stamford Bridge. Photo: Internet

History is on Conte's side as Chelsea have only lost 1 match (8 wins, 5 draws) in 14 meetings with MU at Stamford Bridge since 2002. However, that does not mean that Conte will also be successful against MU. If Mou directs the "Devils" to "play dirty", defending like a bus like in the draw with Liverpool earlier this week, who can be sure that Chelsea will have more victories? Not to mention that MU is gradually returning to the winning track when they have been unbeaten in the last 6 matches in all competitions, winning 4. And don't forget that Mourinho even understands Chelsea better than... Conte. He is also superior in experience in the Premier League battle compared to his colleague on the other side of the battle line.

But surely Coach Conte and his players will not be easily humiliated. Because a draw, let alone a loss at home to rivals MU, is a terrible thing for Chelsea, a shame for the players in blue who once betrayed Mou. And for the honor of the new dynasty without the obsession of the name "The Special One", they have no choice but to fight to win.

Can MU “break the curse” and return home with 1 point, or more to defend Mou’s honor with the “legacy” he created at Chelsea? Tonight’s clash at Stamford Bridge will answer all.

Duong Thuc Anh