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Willian and Eden Hazard are key to Chelsea’s Premier League challenge

By Philip Ekuwem

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 21 : Eden Hazard of Chelsea celebrates after he scores a goal from a free kick to make it 4-1 during the Emirates FA Cup match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on February 21, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 21 : Eden Hazard of Chelsea celebrates after he scores a goal from a free kick to make it 4-1 during the Emirates FA Cup match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on February 21, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images) /
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Chelsea have started this season well, raising hopes about a genuine Premier League title challenge. The form of Eden Hazard and Willian will be key for this.

Chelsea look set to challenge for the Premier League this season as Antonio Conte has already begun to implement his preferred tactical approach. But Conte will have to utilize the talents of Eden Hazard and Willian to maintain a viable title challenge.

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Willian proved to be a key facet to Chelsea’s attacking lineup last season. The bushy haired Brazilian was the bright spark in a relatively dim campaign for the Blues.

Eden Hazard, on the other hand, was below par for the most part of last season. His lackluster showings contributed to Chelsea’s failed title retention. But he put up a flurry of remarkable performances as the season drew to a close. Better late than never!

Both players have already hit the ground running this season. Thus far, Hazard has bagged four goals while his midfield counterpart has one goal to his name.

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Willian isn’t known for being prolific, rather it’s his work rate and everything else he brings to the team that he’s acclaimed for. However, It’s worth noting that Willian scores his fair share of goals from through a year. Willian bagged 11 last season in what was one of his best campaigns in a Chelsea shirt.

Hazard’s duty on the pitch for Chelsea is to score goals and create chances for his teammates. When he does that effectively, Chelsea will be able to function like a well-oiled machine; something the team lacked last season.

Willian complements Hazard’s work on the pitch. On the right flank, the Brazilian international is always looking to take players on and contribute to attacking moves.

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Chelsea need Willian to replicate his performances from last season. When the 28-year-old was at the top of his game, there was a certain swagger about Chelsea going forward. A tally of 10 goals from Willian along with a run of exciting performances will be key to the Blues cause. And when coupled with Hazard’s attacking proficiency, Chelsea will be a real force in the attacking third.

Willian and Hazard are arguably Chelsea’s flair players. Diego Costa, who seems to be the team’s main goal outlet will benefit a great deal from the cohesion Hazard and Willian brings to the team.

The Manchester outfits have been labeled as favourites to win the League this season. But with proper utilization of Hazard and Willian (and decent performances from the duo), Antonio Conte’s side might just pip the favourites to the title.

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