After adding a new loss in the league, Chelsea must look to take the victory in all of their remaining matches of the season, but they will not be easy opponents.
Chelsea fell by the minimum difference to Manchester United on matchday 33 of the Premier League. After this result, the Blues remained on 48 points and are currently in sixth place in the overall standings, outside the Champions League spots.
Liam Rosenior's team had a season full of ups and downs and will look to close it out in the best possible way, qualifying for the next edition of the UEFA Champions League. Below are the next five matches for the London club.
Brighton vs. Chelsea, Premier League matchday 34 (April 21)
At the end of April, Chelsea will travel to Falmer Stadium. Brighton comes off a shock result at home against Liverpool and has turned its stadium into a fortress difficult to break down, in addition to imposing itself on Burnley away on the last matchday. Recent history against the Blues shows five wins for Fabian Hürzeler's side, one draw, and four wins for Rosenior's men.
Chelsea vs. Leeds, FA Cup semifinal (April 26)
In the middle of a congested schedule, a decisive matchup appears: the FA Cup semifinal on Sunday, April 26. Beyond the fatigue, the match represents a great opportunity to fight for a trophy. Chelsea arrives with a good history in this round, having reached several finals in the last decade. Against Leeds, they also maintain a positive streak in recent meetings, with greater offensive effectiveness in direct matchups, totaling six wins and only two losses in the last 10 matches.
Chelsea vs. Nottingham Forest, Premier League matchday 35 (May 4)
Already in May, the London club will host a Nottingham Forest side desperate for points to avoid relegation. On paper, it looks like the most accessible match of the final stretch, but also one of the most treacherous. Chelsea has won six of the last 10 meetings between the two, with three draws and only one loss. However, Forest has shown itself to be competitive against top-half teams, picking up key points on the road.
Liverpool vs. Chelsea, Premier League matchday 36 (May 9)
One of the most demanding challenges appears: visiting Anfield. Liverpool tends to be strong at home and has been a historically difficult opponent for the Blues. In fact, Chelsea has won only two of its last 10 league matches against the Reds, with three draws and five losses.
Chelsea vs. Tottenham, Premier League matchday 37 (May 17)
Tottenham is in a critical moment and has serious chances of being relegated to the second division, so this match will be absolutely unmissable for football fans. In that context, this is a duel between traditional London clubs.
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