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Assessing André Villas-Boas’ first eight months at Chelsea

February 23rd, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly had high hopes for Chelsea in his season preview, but 2011/2012 has been far from the unqualified success that André Villas-Boas enjoyed at Porto in 2010/2011.

Champions League – Tuesday Preview

February 21st, 2012 by Ger McCarthy

Back Page Football’s resident Champions League correspondent is back to preview Tuesday night’s UEFA Champions League round of sixteen ties between CSKA Moscow vs. Real Madrid and Napoli vs. Chelsea ahead of a busy week in Europe’s premier football competition.

Ancelotti’s arrival at PSG: A clear statement of intent

January 10th, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly shares his thoughts on the decision by Paris St Germain to install Carlo Ancelotti as their new boss.

West Ham’s Revival: The Allardyce Effect

December 1st, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

West Ham United are enjoying a new lease of life under Sam Allardyce and Ciaran Kelly looks at their recent progress.

The incredible story of Chelsea’s 106-year stay at Stamford Bridge

October 11th, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly delves deep into Chelsea’s history and looks at their association with Stamford Bridge down through the years.

Season Preview: Chelsea

July 27th, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly previews Chelsea with serious in depth analysis of Andre Villas-Boas’ first season in charge at Stamford Bridge.

Josh McEachran: Chelsea’s Fledgling Playmaker

July 22nd, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly takes a close look at a player who will be key to Chelsea’s future.

André Villas-Boas’ Appointment: Déjà Vu or Dawning of a New Era?

June 21st, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

With André Villas-Boas rumoured to be on the verge of taking over at Chelsea, Ciaran Kelly looks at whether the young manager can establish his own identity or will forever be labelled the ‘New Mourinho’.

2011/2012: Arsène Wenger’s Defining Season

June 15th, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

After another trophyless season at the Emirates, this summer and the 2011/12 campaign will define Arsene Wenger’s tenure at the club writes Ciaran Kelly.

Joe Cole – The Forgotten Genius

June 4th, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses the lost genius of Joe Cole who, after battling a series of injuries and tough competition at Chelsea, has an uncertain future after a poor season at Liverpool.