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Chelsea hoped to challenge for the title but may have to look over their shoulder at Conte's improving Tottenham... but Spurs' only league win in 31 years at Stamford Bridge came when he was in the other dugout

Daily Mail | January 23, 2022

Related Topics: Tottenham Hotspur F.C., Chelsea F.C., Antonio Conte, Stamford Bridge, West Ham United F.C., Manchester City F.C., Nuno Espírito Santo, Leicester City F.C., Reece James, Thomas Tuchel

The tide has turned for the worse recently for Chelsea as they prepare to face off with London rivals Tottenham on Sunday.

Less than two months ago Thomas Tuchel's side were top of the table and looking like strong contenders to win the league.

But their title charge has unravelled since West Ham came from behind to beat the Blues 2-1 on December 4, and they are now 12 points off leaders Manchester City who also have a game in hand.

Tottenham are unbeaten in the league since Antonio Conte replaced Nuno Espirito Santo
Conte's side have outscored Thomas Tuchel's team despite playing four fewer games

For their opponents this weekend, the season has turned around since Antonio Conte replaced Nuno Espirito Santo with Tottenham now nine games unbeaten in the Premier League.

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