Tactical Analysis: Frank Lampard's Chelsea

Something unique is happening at Stamford Bridge this season. For the first time in the club's history, Chelsea were forced to deal with a transfer ban, which prohibited them from replacing their best player in Eden Hazard. They replaced outgoing manager Maurizio Sarri with club legend Frank Lampard, a far cry from the more proven and successful coaches Chelsea have enjoyed this century.

For the first time in Roman Abramovich's reign, Chelsea seem to have a long term plan and a manager who is not afraid to give opportunities to Chelsea's talented youngsters. The Blues had played 42 games this season before COVID-19 caused the suspension of football, and even though Chelsea had registered wins in only half of these matches -  it is their possession-based, attacking football that is winning hearts and minds around the football world.

Lampard's football hints at long-term success and stability at Chelsea, something that has not always been the case under Abramovich.

Although Lampard's team were completely dominated by Bayern Munich in the 3-0 loss at home in the Champions League, however, they have been unlucky in many games this season. Chelsea dominated and had more shots in losses such as the 4-0 loss vs. Manchester United or 1-0 vs Newcastle.