chelsea vs bournemouth history

Bournemouth ran back to defend the free-kick but the VAR check sent them into raptures as it showed that Solanke, not Gosling, was the man offside and the goal was awarded.Ramsdale was called into action in stoppage time to push clear at Mateo Kovacic effort but it was a tame response from Chelsea, who have yet to take a point from any games where they have fallen behind this season.This was the Ryan Fraser of last season, back to his best. 1:58 The match ended 0 - 1 to AFC Bournemouth. With Fraser and Josh King finding more space, it was the visitors that looked the more dangerous. Chelsea would keep the ball and move through pressure, which would ultimately see Bournemouth dropping back to defend deep for the remainder of the half.Chelsea worked the ball with numbers in and around the box, maintaining constant pressure on Bournemouth’s goal and winning a number of corners to sustain attacks from as well. The Blues have prevailed in 10 of the previous 13 meetings, the Cherries winning the other three (all in the league). Bournemouth have won two of their past three league games against Chelsea with the Blues winning the other. Chelsea travel across London to face Tottenham on Sunday, 22 December (16:30 GMT), while Bournemouth host Burnley the day before (15:00 GMT). I think deep down Lampard agreed with the lack of excitement in their play, although he dodged using the word 'boring'.Lampard said: "Today we didn't get the fans excited enough. The 2019–20 season was Chelsea's 106th competitive season, 31st consecutive season in the top flight of English football, 28th consecutive season in the Premier League, and 114th year in existence as a football club. It could be a moment to turn our fortunes around. From the right, they would look to find Fraser early to hold the ball, and then play from him, allowing Stacey the time to overlap. Frank Lampard's men have now lost four of their last five Premier League games and are now looking over their shoulders in the race for the top four.Meanwhile, this win broke a run of five straight defeats for Howe, who were without a number of key players through injury, including Nathan Ake and Callum Wilson.There were worried looks on the Bournemouth bench in the opening stages as Ryan Fraser went down holding his knee after a bright start from the visitors. Another used to be a pass to the back foot of Alonso moving towards the ball to play a first time diagonal pass into the frontline (either to feet or in the air over pressure). "We're delighted the VAR call went in our favour. AFC Bournemouth 2-2 Chelsea, Premier League: Tactical AnalysisChelsea might yet make another move for Declan Rice this summer — reportsInter Milan willing to sell Lautaro, Brozović or Škriniar to fund €50m Kanté move — reportsEternal optimist Lampard claims Ziyech suffered only a ‘little twist’ of the kneeChelsea make second bid for Rennes goalkeeper Édouard Mendy — report James would have to use his strength to shield the ball while carrying it inside before looking to play backwards, which would continue pressure on the ball and force Chelsea into playing long — usually after going back to Caballero and having to play long first-time while under pressure from Wilson. 2:29 In this case, Jorginho moves over to collect the ball from Tomori and play into Kovačić behind Billing (Lerma closing from behind). Chelsea’s reaction was to switch to a 4-3-3 by bringing on Barkley and Willian on for Tomori and Jorginho — two players to attack in the final third. He managed to run the knock off and was asked to do plenty of defending without the ball as Chelsea dominated possession and territory.Frank Lampard made three changes from Chelsea’s last Premier League clash against Everton. Chelsea vs Bayern Munich: The match will be played on 09 August starting at around 21:00 CET / 20:00 uk time and we will have live streaming links closer to the kickoff. Chelsea had difficulties getting behind Bournemouth’s backline when they dropped back to defend in a deep and compact block, with Chelsea often resorting to early balls into the box from deep positions. Eddie Howe admits his Bournemouth team benefited from VAR as Dan Gosling's goal earned them a 1-0 victory at Chelsea This continued pressure would prove to be successful for Chelsea eventually — Alonso equalising with his second goal of the game and going on to have another chance to score his third. You are just waiting for the decision - I was well aware of the importance of that moment. Live Renault Super Sunday Chelsea continued with possession and had chances to extend their lead in the second half, before Bournemouth’s quick double saw them take the lead. Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Dan Gosling scores dramatic winner - with help from VAR FREE TO WATCH: Highlights of Bournemouth's win at Chelsea It was one of plays that resulted in the game’s opening goal. Premier League. It's a timely reminder for Bournemouth and potential suitors that Fraser's existing deal expires at the end of the season and he has been linked with a free transfer to Liverpool and Arsenal.The feeling I got walking away from Stamford Bridge was one of boredom in terms of Chelsea's attacking output. "The lack of creativity in the final third for a team jammed packed with high quality players is becoming quite staggering.Lampard needs to find a solution. Paul Merson says Chelsea need to invest in the January transfer window because he doesn't believe the current squad will finish in the top four. Pressing Tomori when he attempted to clear the ball inside the box would see Billing win the ball and have a second opportunity to score early on in the half.In the past, Chelsea have had a couple different solutions for the above situation. Chelsea and Bournemouth square up for only the 14th time in all competitions.

Chelsea found solutions through Bournemouth’s pressure to push back, which allowed them to dominate possession for the remainder of the half and take the lead. On the right, Bournemouth had Fraser dropping to cover Alonso, leaving Tomori free to receive the ball at first — Fraser on Tomori and Billing on Alonso during goal kicks — but they would then push up and pressure Tomori when he turned on the ball.