Chelsea Handed Clear Title Race Advantage Amid Liverpool Nightmare – With One Catch

Maresca and Cole Palmer were recently spotted at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground, with Chelsea’s January fixtures appearing lighter compared to Liverpool’s. (Image Credit: Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

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Chelsea Has an Important Edge Over Liverpool in the Premier League Title Race—And It’s Not Cole Palmer

As the Premier League season began, Manchester City was the clear favorite, having won four consecutive titles. Arsenal, after challenging City fiercely in the past two seasons, was considered the next likely contender.

Shifting Dynamics in the Premier League Race:
As the season progresses, Chelsea, often viewed as a familiar antagonist in Premier League storylines, has emerged as a serious challenger. Under new manager Arne Slot, Liverpool has been the early leader, maintaining a steady lead at the top. After 16 matches, Liverpool holds 39 points, four ahead of second-place Chelsea, with an extra game in hand.

Despite Liverpool’s strong start, Chelsea might hold a subtle but significant advantage that could impact the title race. This advantage lies in their upcoming schedule, which presents an opportunity to reset and focus on improving their form.

Enzo Maresca’s Viewpoint:
Ahead of Chelsea’s Boxing Day match against Fulham, manager Enzo Maresca discussed his team’s progress. “We’ve exceeded expectations in terms of performance and points,” he noted, but stressed that the primary goal is still incremental improvement. “It’s not about external pressure—it’s about focusing on our own development and improving game by game.”

While Maresca has downplayed Chelsea’s title ambitions, it’s clear they are very much in the race. Even a team like Liverpool, performing well, could face challenges on the road to the title, as recent struggles from Manchester City show just how unpredictable the season can be.

Chelsea’s January Advantage:
A key factor working in Chelsea’s favor is their relatively light January schedule. While Liverpool will play eight matches across multiple competitions, Chelsea has just five. This lighter schedule gives Chelsea more time to rest key players, adjust tactics, and focus on training.

Additionally, Chelsea’s travel commitments are minimal in January, with only one major away game—against Manchester City on January 25. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s Champions League involvement means extra travel and focus demands.

If Liverpool falters, even briefly, the title race could take a sharp turn. At that point, Maresca may need to reconsider his stance on Chelsea’s title chances as the Blues push for a stronger position.

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