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5 things we learnt from matchday 22

 
 
On this weekly column, we highlight five of the biggest lessons we learnt from matchday 22 of the Premier League
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1. Chelsea 3 Vs Everton 3: Old guards need replacement

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Much has been said about Chelsea's stuttering form this season; from Jose Mourinho to Eden Hazard's loss of form, but the 3-3 home draw at Everton shows that old guard at the club need to be replaced.

The likes of Branislav Ivanović, John Terry and Nemanja Matic have been the biggest disappointment of the season.

The 2-2 home draw against West Brom last week and the game against Everton shows that Guus Hiddink will still struggle this season.

Jose Mourinho was not the problem in this team, its so sad that he was the victim of this disastrous season. At the end of this season, some players should also pay and be sent packing.

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2. Manchester City 4 Vs Crystal Palace 0: Citizens still unconvincing despite huge win

Manchester City were ruthless against Crystal Palace scoring four goalsand pundits are now raving about how the Citizens are going to run away with the title.

Manchester City still look very unconvincing to me despite their win. Watching City play, I couldn't see how they were going to score from a team play. All they seem to reply on is individual brillanece.

There is a reason why Manuel Pellegrini will be sacked to make way for Pep Guardiola no matter what they win or not win this season.

City are clearly a side without a tactical set-up, reason they have been found wanting in big games this season. They will only win the title if the other teams let them.

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3. Tottenham 4 Vs Sunderland 1: Spurs primed for Champions League place finish

Tottenham have been on fine form this season which should lead them to a Champions League finish.

With their position now, form and state of other competitors, anything short of a Champions League finish will be a failure for the Mauricio Pochettino led side.

Their home loss to Leicester City last week showed that the title is a long shot for them. But with the form of Liverpool and Manchester United, Spurs should be aiming for a top four finish.

4. Liverpool 0 Vs Manchester United 1: Klopp needs more time

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Its been mixed fortunes for Liverpool this season since Jurgen Klopp took over from Brendan Rodgers.

Their results against big sides have been encouraging and show signs of what Klopp can achieve if given time.

But its this defeat against Manchester United that can frustrate fans but Klopp should be given time to work his magic.

Give him a full pre-season with the team, before judging.

5. Stoke City 0 Vs Arsenal 0: Gunners scraping points

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Stoke City away has been a boogey fixture for Arsenal for years and getting a draw at the  Britannia is an improvement for the Gunners.

Arsene Wenger's men were resolute and firm in defence while Petr Cech continues to show why Arsenal can win the title this season.

No thanks to Jack Butland, Arsenal could have gotten a goal in that game, but getting a point from  Stoke shows Arsenal have the grit required to win the title.

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