HomeTeams - PLChelseaThe title could return to Anfield says Mourinho

The title could return to Anfield says Mourinho

Speaking ahead of his team’s clash with Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has said that this years title could end up back at Anfield.

Mourinho cites Liverpool’s lack of European competition this season along with their excellent start to the season.

They are not involved in the heat of the knock-out situation in the Champions League or even Europa League,” Mourinho said.

Quality, plus ambition and this advantage – so yes, (they could win).”

As the season progresses Liverpool could end up playing as many as 20 games less than their title rivals, this could have a huge impact as the title race enters the final months.

These players are going to play 60 matches. Liverpool will play 40 matches. It’s a big difference,” he continued.

Liverpool are on holidays (for) one season – one week to prepare a match, play the match, one more week to prepare the next match. This is an advantage, an unbelievable advantage.

This game will also be the first time that Luis Suarez will face Chelsea after his 10 game ban for biting Branislav Ivanovic during the 2-2 draw at Anfield last season.

Since his return the Uruguay striker has netted 19 goals in 13 Premier League matches and also signed a new deal with Liverpool.

For more on this story please visit BBC Sport online.

More News

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here