As Chelsea close in on a certain Premier League title win as they take on Crystal Palace at home this afternoon, here’s a look at how this Blues squad compares to their class of 2010, when Carlo Ancelotti led the club to a league and FA Cup double…
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GK: Thibaut Courtois vs Petr Cech
Two superb goalkeepers, Thibaut Courtois has edged the Czech Republic legend for the number one spot this season, though Petr Cech at his peak arguably remains the club’s finest shot-stopper ever.
Vote: Cech
DR: Branislav Ivanovic
A key part of both title-winning teams, Branislav Ivanovic is heading for his second title win with Chelsea.
DL: Cesar Azpilicueta vs Ashley Cole
Although Cesar Azpilicueta has done superbly to replace Ashley Cole at Stamford Bridge this season, his predecessor is a club legend and one of the best left-backs to play in England.
Vote: Cole
DC: John Terry
Chelsea’s long-serving captain, John Terry was a key part of the 2009/10 team as he is of this one, as he heads for his fourth winners’ medal with the club.
DC: Gary Cahill vs Ricardo Carvalho
A close call, though Gary Cahill this season has arguably been better than Ricardo Carvalho was that term, with the Portuguese centre-back approaching the end of his peak.
Vote: Cahill
MC: Nemanja Matic vs Michael Essien
Two superb defensive midfielders, Nemanja Matic has been so good this season that he is arguably superior to the legendary Michael Essien at his best.
Vote: Matic
MC: Cesc Fabregas vs Frank Lampard
Two brilliant players in totally different ways, there’s still no keeping Frank Lampard out of the team at his peak, with the Blues legend absolutely superb in 2010.
Vote: Lampard
AMR: Willian vs Nicolas Anelka
Although Willian does his job well in this Chelsea team, Nicolas Anelka was certainly a more exciting attacking player in a wide-forward role.
Vote: Anelka
AML: Eden Hazard vs Florent Malouda
No question, Chelsea’s current left-winger Eden Hazard is one of the best players in the world and a far better and more consistent performer than Florent Malouda.
Vote: Hazard
AMC: Oscar vs Michael Ballack
Two different players, Oscar is arguably more of a consistent performer than Michael Ballack was for Chelsea, never quite finding his top form in a Blue shirt.
Vote: Oscar
FC: Diego Costa vs Didier Drogba
Didier Drogba may still be at the club, but at his peak, as first choice, he would definitely get in ahead of Diego Costa, as good as the Spaniard has been this season.
Vote: Drogba
