Stamford Bridge
ME
MRS SHEVA
MRS KAKA
MRS LAMPARD
MRS BALLACK
A TRUE-BLUE CHELSEA FAN =]
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When Ballack signed for Chelsea in 2006, i was really happy. A germany captain and winner from Bayern Munich, i was convinced that 2006 would be the year when Chelsea would finally win the champions league and of course reclaim the premier league title crown. He was given the no 13 amid some controversy but who cares when Ballack wants no 13 we give him no 13.
Its no surprise that when he arrived at Chelsea, many people start wondering if his arrival meant the departure of Frank Lampard. Afterall both play rather similar positions. However much to the critics' displeasure, Ballack and Lampard complemented each other well and often create goal-scoring chances for one another. Of course i was most pleased seeing that 2 of my favourite footballers could play in tandem.
Ballack for the record will be 34 after sept and its irritating to hear people playing down his abilities just because of his age. i know for athletes especially footballers age is important. once you hit 30, its hard for you to find another club that is willing to give you a second chance. BUT there are exceptions. and i think Ballack is one. Passing and controlling the ball well from midfield, scoring goals with both his feet, headers and free kicks, not to mention penalties (remember the one he took rather coolly against manu when it was at 1-1), he's a good midfielder and everything we could ask for.
He always mentioned that he was pleased to be at a club as big and successful as Chelsea and would love to spend his remaining career at stamford bridge. the thing is, why wasnt he given the chance?
Not till recently have i known of the truth behind his departure. His agent said that Ballack left due to some complications regarding his contract. nothing to do with wages, he's not joe the money scum. Ballack wanted a 2-year extension but Chelsea was only willing to give him 1. I can understand. In my opinion, he still has many years left in him but seriously i would be lying if i said he didnt once think about his retirement. Its obvious he wants to end his career with Chelsea and i applaud him for that. But from Chelsea's point of view, they need a guarantee that Ballack will still be playing at the highest level possible for the next 2 years. and sadly, i dont think they can see that.
Michael Ballack will forever remain a Chelsea player in my heart, the no 13 no one will ever be able to replace. I will always remember his handshake with jose mourinho, him holding his Chelsea jersey in front of the media, his very first game for Chelsea in a friendly, his first goal against werder bremen.. and his final time wearing the blue Chelsea jersey. A true blue Chelsea legend who won a premier league title, 3 fa cups, a league cup and a community shield while with us. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you have given us, Michael.
I dont think many of us would have heard of him if not for the world cup. Strangely the world cup is held every 4 years. Yet it is also the time when we get to know new players. Anyway, Jesus Navas is a winger who plays for sevilla and obviously spain. He's a terrific player who frequently makes his runs along the right, with occasional shots at goal himself. Pretty young at 24, you must be wondering why is it that we have not heard of his name until now. Well here's the case. Due to his anxiety problems and homesickness, its difficult or rather quite impossible for him to play for spain the way he plays for his club. Fingers crossed, i hope that he has overcome his illness seeing that he has had no problems playing in SA for a month.
Well, i would be lying if i said i didnt want chelsea to sign him. Firstly he's young and we all know chelsea NEEDS young players. Secondly he's such a good player! And of course we need someone to replace joe cole and who better than Navas? But as i type this, i know its even more impossible for him to join chelsea than for him to recover from his illness (which he just did, so you never know =]). Oh wells my memory of him will be kept in my heart untill the next world cup when im sure he'll be more of a bit player. Go Navas!
