Another three points ⛏️sent Chelsea to the top of the league's table. The match against Leeds United was a tough one and it's one of those matches that Chelsea we're rarely edged out on possession.
The match was tactically played and Chelsea came out on top and they also did that in front of their fans. Leeds United had more possession but Chelsea we're more efficient and effective with the ball. That's typically how Lampard was during his playing days.
Lampard for most people is the most complete midfielder in the world and his stats show why many rate him that high. During his playing days, he pops up goals and also lay some for his teammates to convert. But that wasn't all he was, he was supportive at the back too, always helping Chelsea defensively when the needs arise.
His composure and high energy during his playing days have somehow been transcended unto his team at Chelsea. Lampard tends to blend into any Coaching tactical style and he thrives regardless of the team style of play. The exposure he has gathered from these numerous styles of play from different coaches with different ideologies has been what the current Chelsea are benefitting from.
For so long, Chelsea had tried to play with a defined identity but doesn't have one as theirs but Lampard style changes that. Chelsea has always been a side with a good defensive record and surprisingly, scoring a large number of goals at the same time.
What this Chelsea side exhibits, is a mixture of different styles of play which includes both Mourinho, Ancelloti, AVB, also Di Matteo. In a clearer term, good defensive organization, great attacking unit, youthfulness and of course efficiency. That's all of this Chelsea team.
How Chelsea approaches matches have changed and the job done on the field reflects on the result. This Chelsea side is one to be fearful of as they take all matches by the horn and they go for the kill in all matches. Gone are the days where the blues appear shaky facing teams in the bottom half on the table, lately it's just formality playing the match as Chelsea always Triumph.
With 27 matches left to play in the league, Chelsea has a shoot of winning the league and they are currently above the pack in terms of point accumulated at this stage. Lampard imprint has been able to shine in all the players as goals could come from any players and not necessarily the strikers. That's less workload and pressure off the striker and more responsibility shared among team members.
With Chelsea defenders being involved in more goals and assist, the days of captain fantastic (Terry) continue to flashover in the eyes of the Chelsea faithful. Composure, tactically detailed oriented, efficiency and adaptability was Lampard's top traits during his playing days, now this Chelsea team he manages exhibits that also.
It's only a matter of time before the trophies and medals start rolling in because Lampard has always been a winner and his current side will strive to imitate that also. He was a serial winner of several trophies and personal awards, it's only a matter of time before his players start receiving such recognition also.
All data from the image above only captures the English Premiership performance
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