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FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by mukina2: 1:40pm On May 04, 2012 |
Back in the days of Jose Mourinho and Rafael Benitez, Chelsea versus Liverpool was as keenly-fought an engagement as any in English football. The two went head-to-head so often that they became as sick of the sight of each other as the rest of the nation was of watching a series of attritional battles that were won by a single goal at best. A pair of 0-0 draws in the group stages of the 2005-06 Champions League was the nadir. Those were halcyon days for both clubs. They were among Europe's best with two of the best coaches in the game. The last time the pair met in a major final was the Carling Cup final of 2005, where Mourinho won his first trophy at Chelsea on a day where Steven Gerrard, heavily rumoured to be joining the Blues that summer, scored an own-goal he later described as "one of the lowest days I've had as a footballer". At 31, Gerrard is now the veteran one-club man whose experience of the big occasion is expected to carry his team-mates through. His opposite number is John Terry, the same age and similarly loyal to the club where he made his bones. Both lead clubs whose 2011-12 has been soap operatic but now has a chance to end in glory. Should Gerrard lift a second cup for Kenny Dalglish, to follow February's skin-of-teeth triumph over Cardiff City in the Carling Cup, then this can be remembered as a season of marked success for Liverpool. Despite pitiful home league form at Anfield, the abandonment of hopes of returning to the Champions League and the Luis Suarez affair, there will be no asterisk next to the club's name in the record books' roll of honour. With Chelsea's push to qualify for next season's Champions League via the Premier League all but denied by Papiss Cisse's rocket-guided shooting in midweek, this is likely to be Terry's last chance to make a meaningful contribution this season. Thanks to his own recklessness, he must sit out the continental showpiece in Munich in a fortnight. Terry and co, and especially Didier Drogba, are old stagers at Wembley while Liverpool are making only their third visit to the five-year-old stadium. Having been favourites in both their previous visits, including the Merseyside derby semi-final with Everton, Liverpool are slight underdogs this time. That perhaps plays into the hands of Dalglish since his team have noticeably performed better against bigger teams than supposed lesser lights. Tuesday's no-show against Fulham saw precisely nobody of his second string play their way into contention for a final spot, and confirmed the squad's struggles against supposedly inferior opposition. For Chelsea, the reign of Andre Villas-Boas, barely two months ago, seems a world away. Roberto Di Matteo has brought unity, and some tactical nuances that would probably appal "AVB" but have been markedly more successful than the man he once assisted. In delivering Chelsea to Munich, and Wembley once more, he has given himself a more than fighting chance of being the next Chelsea boss. Both he and Dalglish have the chance to put previous ills behind them via the ever-reliable panacea of silverware. Chelsea player to watch: Didier Drogba: Chelsea's Wembley wizard confirmed his love of this stage with a tremendous opening goal in the semi-final against Tottenham Hotspur. Liverpool have been a particular speciality in the past too, and Jamie Carragher specifically has often been on the wrong end of Drogba at his unplayable best. Despite Fernando Torres' recent rush of form, Liverpool fans will have to wait to boo him, since the two do not work as a pair and Drogba is almost always the man for the big occasion. Liverpool player to watch: Luis Suarez: For those invested in the brave new world of social media, then the most-discussed player of the 2011-12 season has been Suarez and all will know the reasons why. That debate will probably continue to pointlessly bubble on for years to come but the Uruguayan can be remembered for far more positive reasons should he put in a match-winning performance here. It was his instinct and coolness that turned the semi-final with Everton when he seized on Sylvain Distin's error to pull his team level. More of the same will be required at Wembley. Key battle - Roberto Di Matteo v Kenny Dalglish: The cynic may suggest that both are battling to be in their current job next season. Di Matteo's remit would seem to be winning the Champions League or bust, though the small matter of an FA Cup may help his cause. In the light of Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho looking unavailable it may just be enough to get him the gig. Dalglish meanwhile, is still the untouchable legend among the majority of fans so any departure would still seem to be in his own hands. It would take a brave Fenway Sports Group to axe him if he wins this trophy. In terms of on-field matters, Di Matteo seems to employ horses for courses, with the renaissance of Salomon Kalou being a notable result of this, while Dalglish's pride would seem to dictate that he will field as many of his big-name signings as possible. So, expect Stewart Downing, Jordan Henderson and Andy Carroll to play their part. Trivia: On all three occasions Liverpool had beaten Everton in an FA Cup semi-final before this season, the Reds went on to lose the final. Stats: Excluding the Community Shield, Didier Drogba has scored in all seven of his matches at Wembley. Suarez has scored in all three of his FA Cup appearances for the Reds. Match |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 1:45pm On May 04, 2012 |
chelsea Let go |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by mkmyers45(m): 1:47pm On May 04, 2012 |
Common You Chelsea.... |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by dare2think: 1:48pm On May 04, 2012 |
C'mon Chelsea Lets put these haters to shame! |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by executinal(m): 1:49pm On May 04, 2012 |
This will be aggressive approach to Liverpool. Payback time common you all blues Chelsea 2 Liverpool 1 |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by CY09: 1:49pm On May 04, 2012 |
mukina2: Back in the days of Jose Mourinho and Rafael Benitez, Chelsea versus Liverpool was as keenly-fought an engagement as any in English football. The two went head-to-head so often that they became as sick of the sight of each other as the rest of the nation was of watching a series of attritional battles that were won by a single goal at best. A pair of 0-0 draws in the group stages of the 2005-06 Champions League was the nadir.I wonder if u were under d inflence of anyhting when u posted this. the content says a diffrent thing from the headline. Am outta here |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 2:02pm On May 04, 2012 |
There is no difference between the two clubs this season. Bunch of loserrssss |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Adeemman: 2:04pm On May 04, 2012 |
Up BLUES !!!!!!!! $$$$$$$$ |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by dabrake(m): 2:41pm On May 04, 2012 |
a better medium for suarez to display his racist lifestyle
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Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by dyabman(m): 2:47pm On May 04, 2012 |
1 - 0 Drogba again |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by figment232(m): 2:57pm On May 04, 2012 |
chelsea 5 - o liverpool |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by IykeD(m): 3:10pm On May 04, 2012 |
Y'all know what the outcome will be. Liverpool 3 - 1 Chelsea Chelsea is a small club and can't be a threat to Liverpool's quest for a double season! YNWA! 3 Likes |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Koolking(m): 3:56pm On May 04, 2012 |
Chelsea already knew this game is not theirs. After all prophet TB Joshua has given them Champion league trophy in their broad-day dream. Liverpool has been doing it against chelsea, this one will not be different/new. let's go there |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 9:14pm On May 04, 2012 |
Chelsea to win 2-1 Torres to score the winning goal |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by KayDee4: 1:15am On May 05, 2012 |
Backing 'bugs bunny' rabbit-toothed Suarez to bag a hat-trick in this. Liverpool 3 - 0 Chelshit |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 2:15am On May 05, 2012 |
Dear God of soccer, You know this revenge is long overdue. Please let these liverpool fans and Chelsea haters eat their words by end of today. Make my Torres prove his 50million pound worth, you know he's sure worth more. Thank you for answered prayers |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by forkinsonlolo(m): 10:46am On May 05, 2012 |
Liverpool is winning this one,, Liverpool 3:1 Chelsea says me ynwa |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by chelseabmw(m): 10:52am On May 05, 2012 |
Am here today.......We are winning this Who's there with me? |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Modishguy(m): 11:06am On May 05, 2012 |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by mkmyers45(m): 11:33am On May 05, 2012 |
chelseabmw: Am here today.......We are winning thisIm With You.. |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 11:51am On May 05, 2012 |
Chelsea all the way. |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by davades(m): 12:24pm On May 05, 2012 |
Chelsea all †ђξ way..Baba GOD noni...Liverpool ma A$$ |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by johnstar(m): 12:42pm On May 05, 2012 |
We own dis cup, up chelsea..... C dis otondo dey make mowt, lets wait nd c nw |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Ossaifamous(m): 1:02pm On May 05, 2012 |
Oluwa look at the reds haters.... they hope we fail but God help us mock em |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by flexdee(m): 1:19pm On May 05, 2012 |
It's CHELSEA all the way. We gonn thrash liverpool today |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Austinodark(m): 1:40pm On May 05, 2012 |
LIVERPOOL IS WINNING THE FA CUP TODAY? |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by jokoji: 1:52pm On May 05, 2012 |
Chelsea will win Chelsea -- 2 Liverpool -- 1 |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by Nobody: 2:12pm On May 05, 2012 |
We are beating chelsea 2 liverpool 0. By God's grace |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by impetus: 2:32pm On May 05, 2012 |
I dont know why Chelsea fans are very insulting. That notwithstanding, the FA cup is heading to Anfield there is no two ways about it. |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by sanmiakinseye(m): 3:23pm On May 05, 2012 |
My predict 's liverpool 3 chelsea 1 FA CUP no b4 blues na 4 reds. Fear danger blues. |
Re: FA Cup Final: Chelsea Vs Liverpool (2 - 1) On 5th May 2012 by chelseabmw(m): 3:27pm On May 05, 2012 |
impetus: I dont know why Chelsea fans are very insulting. That notwithstanding, the FA cup is heading to Anfield there is no two ways about it. That's not true...And that should not be the reason you want liverpool to win.If you do not support chelsea then you can go else where.We don't want people like you to support our team |
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