# christopher nkunku (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover christopher nkunku. Page: Feed: --- ## [2025/26 – My Expectations](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/08/17/2025-26-my-expectations/) _2025-08-17 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ This afternoon, just 35 days after closing the curtain on a marathon campaign with Club World Cup glory in New Jersey, Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge to begin a new season against Crystal Palace. It promises to be an exciting and tough one, with Enzo Maresca’s men competing on four fronts, including in the UEFA \[…\] ## [The Final Straight](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/05/15/the-final-straight/) _2025-05-15 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ This post analyses the key selection questions for Enzo Maresca ahead of a high-stakes season finale with Europe's top table in sight. ## [Opinion Piece – At A Crossroads](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/19/opinion-piece-lessons-from-legia/) _2025-04-19 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ This opinion piece reflects on Chelsea's defeat to Legia Warsaw and uses it as a lens to examine the club’s deeper issues — from years of instability and short-term thinking to the urgent need for a clear footballing identity and long-term direction. ## [Still Alive But Only Just](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/13/still-alive-but-only-just/) _2025-04-13 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ Chelsea suffered a near-terminal blow to their Champions League hopes,coming from behind to draw 2-2 to Ipswich at Stamford Bridge. I am writing this from my sofa after a silent and reflective journey home from Stamford Bridge. This wasn’t meant to happen. The Blues have a difficult run-in, but Ipswich at home was considered by \[…\] ## [Winning in Warsaw](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/10/winning-in-warsaw/) _2025-04-10 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ Chelsea picked up a commanding first-leg lead against Legia Warsaw, winning 3-0 at the Polish Army Stadium after a strong second-half performance. I am writing this from my living room after rushing home from an interview in time for the game. This is the perfect outcome for Chelsea. They have accomplished a three-goal first leg \[…\] ## [Drawing a Blank](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/06/drawing-a-blank/) _2025-04-06 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ Chelsea picked up a frustrating draw at Brentford after controversial squad rotation from Enzo Maresca. This post analyses the game, fan reaction to the move, and why the gamble ended up inconclusive. I started drafting this walking home from the Gtech Stadium. This was a prime opportunity for Chelsea to pick up a critical away \[…\] ## [Building Bridges](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/05/building-bridges/) _2025-04-05 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ This squad are constructing more than just a platform for Champions League football through their fine home form. They are starting to build lasting bridges with our fanbase. Chelsea have won five in a row at Stamford Bridge, and our ground is becoming a fortress once again. The Blues possess the third-best home record in \[…\] ## [History Repeats Itself](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/03/history-repeats-itself/) _2025-04-03 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ I am writing this on the tube home from Stamford Bridge after the priceless 1-0 victory against Spurs. What a night. It felt like everything might be starting to fall into place. The atmosphere was rocking, the players clearly fed off it, and it is now five wins in a row at the Bridge. I \[…\] ## [My Opinion on the Recruitment of Young Players at Chelsea](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/04/01/my-opinion-on-the-recruitment-of-young-players-at-chelsea/) _2025-04-01 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ Chelsea have started their summer recruitment drive in recent weeks with the acquisitions of Geovany Quenda and Dario Essugo. In this series of posts over the next few days, I give my general thoughts on the recruitment model that has been the cause of endless debate among football pundits and across social media. Clearlake Capital \[…\] ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tCbLpJfwysv3) _2025-04-01 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [Why I Remain Optimistic About Chelsea’s Champions League Hopes](https://tomoverend.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/why-i-remain-optimistic-about-chelseas-champions-league-hopes/) _2025-03-31 · Tom Overend · Tom Overend_ Chelsea commence their run-in this week, facing Tottenham in the first of their final nine Premier League fixtures. I remain optimistic about our prospects for Champions League Football next season, and wanted to make my first post a case as to why you should be too. First, it is has become overwhelmingly likely that a \[…\]