Men In Blazers Chelsea vs Arsenal Thunderdome football and Liverpool drop Mo Salah: Men in Blazers 12/1/25
Dec 1, 2025
Rog and Rory dissect the intense Chelsea vs Arsenal clash, likening it to a boxing match, with Chelsea emerging as a formidable title contender. They also debate the implications of Mikel Arteta's squad walking away with a point against ten-man Chelsea. Liverpool's surprising win over West Ham is scrutinized, highlighting Mo Salah's benching and its potential impact on the team's trajectory. Additionally, they celebrate individual performances, discuss tactical shifts, and explore the Premier League's increased competitiveness.
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Set Pieces And Resilience Win Matches
- Chelsea outplayed Arsenal even after Caicedo's red card, showing tactical resilience and set-piece threat.
- The goal from a set-piece and consistent pressure proved Chelsea's quality across 10-man periods.
Arsenal's Draw Is Progress
- Arsenal's point at Stamford Bridge should be seen as progress, not two points dropped.
- Rory Smith argued that a draw away at Chelsea, in current form, is a meaningful gain toward the title.
Treat Stars Like Any Squad Member
- If a star player's form dips, treat selection like any other squad decision.
- Rory Smith advised that the player must perform to win back his place rather than expect special treatment.