Hiddink Insists Chelsea Can Still Challenge for Premier League Title and Champions League
Chelsea's caretaker coach, Guus Hiddink, has reassured England stars Frank Lampard and John Terry that the team is still in contention for the Premier League title and the Champions League. Although the Blues are currently fourth in the table and could be 10 points behind leaders Manchester United, Hiddink believes that there is still time to turn things around. Hiddink will take charge of his first game in charge against Aston Villa next weekend, after meeting the players for the first time at the club's Cobham training ground.
Key Takeaways:
- Hiddink believes that Chelsea can still challenge for the Premier League title and the Champions League despite being 10 points behind leaders Manchester United.
- The team is in several races, including the FA Cup, the Champions League, and the league.
- Hiddink is aware of the importance of the next games, including against Watford, Aston Villa, and Juventus.
- Lampard expressed concerns that Chelsea's top four place in the Premier League is under threat, while Terry believes time may be running out for them to remain in the hunt for the title.
- Hiddink will combine his role as Russia coach with his duties at Chelsea until the end of the season.
- Assistant Ray Wilkins will be in charge for the FA Cup fifth round tie at Watford.
- Chelsea have dropped 16 points at home this season, which was a major factor in Luiz Felipe Scolari's dismissal.
- Hiddink's comments are expected to soothe the worries of Lampard and Terry, who have been anxious about the team's prospects.
Statistics:
- Chelsea are currently fourth in the Premier League table.
- The team could be 10 points behind leaders Manchester United if they beat Fulham next week.
- Chelsea have dropped 16 points at home this season.
- Hiddink will be in charge for his first game at Chelsea against Aston Villa next weekend.
- The team's next games include Watford, Aston Villa, and Juventus.
Sources:
- BBC Sport
- The Guardian