Out To Make History

By: Jack | February 1st, 2008

Avram Grant’s chance to truly stamp his name on Chelsea Football Club arrives today, when the charismatic loaf attempts to win a club record 10th match on the trot in all competitions.  Easier said than done.

Portsmouth plays host, with Grant’s former boss, Harry Redknapp, outfitted with a few choice signings — particularly pirate-turned-footballer Jermain Defoe.  Pompey has improved this season, though results of late suggest that the club is not yet ready to challenge for Europe. 

Chelsea enter the contest unbeaten in 24 games against Portsmouth.  Further dampening Pompey’s chances is a dismal home record — just three wins.  Redknapp is chasing his 50th Premiership victory (good luck).    

Frank Lampard could earn a spot on the bench though not match fit.  The biggest miss will certainly be Ric Carvalho, who is suspended.  Belletti should return after serving a one-match ban.

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• cfc069 |  February 2nd, 2008 at 9:49 am

  
  
  

  Disappointing 1-1 draw, although Pompey’s David James was the hero again with some outstanding second-half saves. Alex was at fault for Defoe’s goal.

  Belletti started as did Ashley Cole. Joe Cole caused Pompey problems all afternoon and Anelka scored his second goal in a week.

  With Man Utd sneaking an equaliser with about 4 seconds to go – a draw leaves Chelsea now six points adrift.

  KTBFFH

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• JustJack |  February 3rd, 2008 at 5:10 pm

  
  
  

  Wait, I thought it was Tal Ben-Haim that was at fault for Defoe’s goal… that’s what the illustrious TV commentators said.

  Oh, Why do they call Portsmouth, “Pompey”? I always wondered….

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