There have been many to judge Eden Hazard and question him prematurely following his display against Manchester City during the Community Shield clash at Villa Park yesterday, most likely because he opted for a move to Stamford Bridge and not Manchester United or the Citizens, but the Belgian isn’t letting that bother him and is looking onwards.
Hazard showed plenty of spark early on an will cause plenty of headaches for defenders in the coming season, but following Branislav Ivanovic’s red card he quickly faded as he had to do a lot more defensive work. Everyone’s lasting impression of him was his doomed attempt of a back-heel, which was admittedly amusing.
The 21-year-old quickly brushed off the defeat and spoke positively about his move, insisting he made the right choice. He told French publication L’Equipe:
“The red card killed the match.
“Manchester City are a team playing very well and – down to 10 – we had difficulties against their pace early in the second half. But the first half was encouraging.
“I’ve already found what I came for in England – beautiful stadium, beautiful pitch and big atmosphere.
“I tried to do what I am used to do. Down to 10, I had to defend a lot and it was more complex.
“Beyond the result, I am happy with that first test. I felt at ease. We still have to sort out some details in attack but it will come. I am confident. I have adapted quickly.”
There has also been a lot said about his supposed arrogance and demand to play in the number 10 role for Chelsea, but he says that he knows that he will have to earn his place and will fill in wherever he’s needed:
“Playing playmaker or not? I have just arrived and the only important thing to me is to play – in any position. I would be even keen to play at left-back.
“There are a lot of talented players in that team. There is competition – it is the highest level.”
It’s good to see that Hazard isn’t too downbeat following our defeat yesterday and hopefully we’ll see better from both him and Chelsea when we play Wigan in our opening game of the Premier League season, and I would like to see him play behind Fernando Torres to show us what he can do in that position as I believe him to be less effective in a wider position and Juan Mata is in need of rest after a busy summer.
Source: http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11668/7987391?
Hazard í$ $úpæ ß n torres í$ ñöw with í$ goalscorin boot. I’m satisfy with our performance but markin are poor
we need a coach who will tell us what to do when we dont have the ball,chelsea players know what to do with the ball. Di mateo cnt help us on this. Its true torres and all his attacking partners wont do much if dont posses. Up the blues!
if we can pocess 60% then torres will score thirty goals this season.
what the F*ck that obi mikel are started for the community match. he made the most of mistake. giving the balls to opponent almost every time he received the pass. he should not be on the bench either.
All the plyers tried their best yesterday we have to move on & plan for next match….I luv chelsea with my heart..
Plz rdm we chelsea fans need realmadrid style of play.alwaz posses ball attack & canter attack keep ball for ground. If possible play luiz in lampard possession but warn him of unnecessary foul play. Thanks as U comply
Pls chelsea fans bear with d team. Leave Rdm nd d team out of blame nd support them like other fans. Other fans don’t insult their coaches nor their players, but we do. Be a fan both in good time nd urgly time,it will help d team get strong.
I swear chelsea are the best,RDM is the Man,the playrs r fantastic,the fans wondrful n roman ibra ? best!!wth wat A????? seenn chelsea will rule over englnd n every1 shall see it come 2pass!!my elnino is ? best strikr in ? world n A????? ecohrn 4d team Chelsea!!my blood is blue n alwayz remain blue….up Blues
I Think, We Have Players Who Can Wrestle Well For Both Premier League And UEFA Champions League.
Let Just Pray For GoodLUCK: And No Any Stupid Red Card Again.
Had It Been, We Played 11 Against 11 With Man Cheaters, I Believe, We Would Be The Winners.
I Remain Loyal To My Adorable Club, My Mighty Chelsea FC.
My Blood Remain BLUESSss.