Premier League Halftime, Chelsea imperious

Chelsea FC [Image from flickr by dom fellowes]

Chelsea top the current Premier League table and in the last three occasions they have topped the league they have managed to win the title. Could Jose wrap yet another trophy in a year the Blues have looked the best. Despite away blues they look set to claim the trophy thanks to the brilliance of their two Spanish acquisitions- Diego Costa and Cesc Fabregas. Champions Manchester City failed to capitalize on a slip up at St Marys as they blew a two goal lead at the hands of resurgent Burnley. Burnley find themselves in the drop zone alongside Crystal Palace and Leicester City. The battle for fourth has intensified as there are six teams battling it out in the form of Manchester United, Arsenal, Southampton, West Ham, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur. Realistically Manchester United who have spent over £150 million are expected to seal their spot easily, including their less than congested schedule what can derail their hunt? With one spot up for grabs, Arsenal will look to take their customary place on the table. The Gunners ended the Christmas period alongside Stoke with an impressive two wins. A feat no other side managed and a sign Arsene's men are finding their stride with seven wins in nine.

Football however does not have everything set in stone as Southampton have proved this season with an impressive showing, having lost several stars in Luke Shaw, Adam Lallana, Rickie Lambert, Dejan Lovren and Callum Chambers. They have remained in a strong position, despite a five game blip the Saints are above a Liverpool side that was very active in the transfer window and lost just one player, a quality player that is. This highlights the contrast in the two clubs, Saints bought well and their signings kicked on from the start. Brendan Rodger has had a mixed response as his players haven't all adapted as the Reds ended the year on the rise with a 4-1 thrashing of Swansea. West Ham, Spurs have also impressed and will light up the second half of the season. What a fight we have from the championship, European spots to the relegation arenas.

Players that stood out: 

Cesc Fabregas has amassed 13 assists this season, created 61 chances and made 1563 passes. He is the top assist machine in the whole of Europe and One of the best signings, if not the best in the season.

Graziano Pelle and Dusan Tadic have managed 59 shots and 119 crosses respectively as they continue to engineer Southampton's European quest.

QPR's Robert Green has been massive for the club as they look to secure a Premier League spot for next season. With such an impressive home record the England stopper has played his part as he made a season high 69 saves. The English goalkeeper has also conceded the most goals (31).

The Argentine has been prolific. A man on a mission as Sergio Aguero has scored 14 goals in

Eden Hazard has attempted 151 dribbles and then managed to execute 89. The Belgian highlights his dancing feet and abilities for the Champions in waiting.

Article contributed by: Benedict Chanakira

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