Top Premier League Title Contenders This

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Top Premier League Title Contenders This

It has arrived. The Premier League season is well and truly upon us. After a dramatic finale to last years title Chicago Bulls T-Shirts race, this year, even the mostscepticalbetter wouldnt call odds upon the title being decided on a goal in stoppage time. However, towards the end of last season, the title was, very much, a two horse race between the two Manchester clubs. On the other hand, this season has started off in a very open fashion, and although its still early days, po sible title contenders are emerging.The first team on my list are Arsenal. The summer transfer window saw two players ,that were vital to their 3rd place finish, leave for other clubs. One was their talisman and former captain, Robin VanPersie; the other, Alex Song, a skilled centraldefensiveplayer to say the least. I, personally thought that Arsenal would collapse into themselves and fall intomediocrity, but how wrong could I be.Arsene Wengeragain used his magical managerial skills to conjure up an Arsenal side strong enough to prove a few points. Bar their game against Chelsea, theirdefencehas been looking solid andorganised; and despite the absence of one VanPersie, the goals have been coming in, with new boysCazorlaandPodolskilooking to have bonded into the team verywell, they are displaying their potency. Two other teams that are without doubt going to be fighting for the top spot this year are Manchester United and Manchester City. These Thaddeus Young Jersey Manchester based heavyweights are serious contenders considering that the the latter arethe reigning champions and the former was the runner up for last year. Manchester United have used the transfer window to their advantage as they haveacquiredthe formidable striker Van Persie from previously mentioned Arsenal. He has taken no time at all in racking up the goals, he is currently the top scorer for United, challenging Rooney as the top dog in attack. In addition to that, they purchased a Japanese ace, Shinji Kagawa, whos natural pace and creativity has already improved Uniteds midfield and all round play. However, The team is placed 3rd in the league after adisappointing lo s to Jerry Sloan Jersey Tottenham. Sir Alex Ferguson will surely be rectifying any problems that would prevent United aiming for a number 1 finish this year, as they always do.Another no-brainer is Manchester City. After their Arab owners pumped millions into the club, last year, their toils paid off and they were rewarded with a Premier League title. Their squad is one of, if not, the best in the league and they are not short of money to help back it up. However, despite their plethora of quality players, some have raised their eyebrows against Roberto Mancinis side. They are saying that City aresufferingfrom the dreaded second season syndrome. City are yet to be beaten in the league with three wins and three draws, but their performances have hardly been convincing. Situated at 4th in the Luke Kornet Jersey league, I believe Man City are in for a shout this year, and they have the squad to do it, but they need to focus on clean sheets and efficient attacking before they can seriously consider repeating last years terrific succe s.The last team on my list, but by no means the least, are the reigning European champions, Chelsea. After their stellar Champions League victory, they have started their Premier League campaign in scintillating form. They are unbeaten with 5 wins and 1 draw and sit on top of the table, clear by 3 points, They also have let in the least amount of goals so far and have the best goal difference. Attacking wise, no introduction is needed for their skilled lineup of Juan Mata, Eden Hazard and Oscar. Chelseas play has been exciting to watch and Di Matteo has managed to do what Villas-Boas could not inintegratingyouth and a better playing style, Chandler Hutchison Jersey within an ageing squad. Chelsea are looking good this season and they have a lot of promise. The transfer window has enabled Chelsea to transform their squad into a team deep with attacking talent and a solid defence, however, it has also led to the departure of a certain Didier Drogba. With Fernando Torres slowly regaining his lost form, Chelsea fans may not need to worry about the lo s of a legend, however, Chelsea will always mi s having the option of booting it up to the big Ivorian and letting him work his magic. If the Blues can keep up this early form and stay atop of the table, there is no doubt they will be in the mix for the title come the busine s end of the season.Please feel free to commentand give me your opinionsFollow me on Twitter @TonyLopez97
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