Tag Archives: Daniel Sturridge

Chelsea comeback to beat Spurs 4-2

October 20, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Andre Villas-Boas’ hopes of upsetting his former employers were dashed by a stirring Chelsea comeback, led by Juan Mata who scored twice and grabbed another assist. Chelsea took the lead through a thunderous Gary Cahill volley and, in truth, rarely … read more »

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Liverpool keen to take Chelsea striker Sturridge to Anfield

August 24, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Liverpool could be set to reignite their interest in Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge, but the Reds’ lack of transfer funds could prove to be a major obstacle. Sturridge began last season in fine form under former boss Andre Villas-Boas, but … read more »

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Torres hit hat trick as Chelsea rout QPR 6-1

April 29, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Chelsea showed its rivals for England’s final Champions League place just how hard they will have to fight to finish in the top four, beating Queens Park Rangers 6-1 today. Although Tottenham returned to fourth place with a 2-0 win … read more »

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Chelsea unveil new 2012/13 strip and Torres is the golden boy

April 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The prizes may still to be handed out this season, but already Chelsea are looking to future after a tumultous campaign that could yet end in glory, afterr unveiling their new strip for 2012/13. Chelsea face an uphill battle to … read more »

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West Brom stun Chelsea

March 3, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

A gutless Chelsea side lost 1-0 at West Brom as Gareth McAuley poached a late winner to give the Baggies their third Premier League win in a row. The The defeat heaps further pressure on Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas, who … read more »

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2012 Premier League Live: West Bromwich Albion 1 v 0 Chelsea

March 3, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

90′+5′ Second Half ends, West Bromwich Albion 1, Chelsea 0. 90′+5′ Delay over. They are ready to continue. 90′+4′ Delay in match Ashley Cole (Chelsea) because of an injury. 90′+2′ Attempt missed. Frank Lampard (Chelsea) right footed shot from the … read more »

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Full Time: England 2 v 3 Netherlands

February 28, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

FULL-TIME England 2-3 Holland The game ended with another Holland attack, Emanuelson trying to carve out room for a shot, the ball coming out to Van Bommel, and his effort from distance dragged wide. So full-time it is, and Holland … read more »

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2012 Champions League Live Updates: Napoli 3 v 1 Chelsea

February 21, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

90+1 min Drogba spoons it over from close range. Difficult pull-back from Cole for the Ivorian, ball was behind him, but yikes, Sturridge was waiting for that and surely would have smashed it home.   90 min We’re going to … read more »

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2012 Champions League Preview: Napoli v Chelsea

February 20, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Napoli have a largely full strength squad to choose from ahead of the clash in Naples – and most importantly, the ‘Big Three’ of Marek Hamsik, Edinson Cavani and Ezequiel Lavezzi are all expected to start. Uruguay international Cavani netted … read more »

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Champions League: Chelsea 2 MSK Zilina 1

November 23, 2010 by benim

The old, smooth-running Chelsea machine is still not moving at full speed yet but this was an important victory over the whipping boys of the Champions League. Having fallen behind to Babatounde Bello’s strike, Chelsea showed a resilience to hit … read more »

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