Saturday s game is a vital match for both sides as Chelsea look to reclaim their place at the top of the premier league and fight off the very real and strong threat of Manchester United and Arsenal, whilst three points would make West Ham begin to look safe, but a loss could draw them right back into the relegation mire if other results don t go their way.
Chelsea have for so long been regarded as most people s favourites for the league this year we have hardly nnoticed Arsenal and Manchester United creep up on them. The Stark reality is that Chelsea are now second in the league, albeit trailing by two points with a game in hand. Arsenal are very very close behind and are in a rich vein of form. With Cech, Boswinga, Essien and Cole all out injured they do have key men missing …