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Essien to start against Atletico in Champs League

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  • Ikemens 10 years ago

    Why do you hate Essien so much? Can't you write to encourage him rather than to sabotage him? Even if he has lost his form, we must show support to bring him up. Please stop writing about Essien if you have nothing to write ...
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  • PASTOR 10 years ago

    Essien has to be more aggressive instead of playing it save. Do not worry about making mistakes and go out there and cover more grounds. If you do not cover grounds, your team becomes short handed.

  • bo 10 years ago

    I agree, he has it in him to be an attacking midfielder, that is what the coach must allow him to do.

  • SANTACLAUSIAN, Croydon 10 years ago

    It does not matter what they say about the guy. Even Essien at half strength is better than most midfielders at full throttle. The guy has just joined a top team after not playing regularly with Chelsea. After a few games, he ...
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  • kojo 10 years ago

    Essien played the full 90 minutes against Napoli and nearly scored. If he played badly, he would be substituted by the coach.

    He nearly scored on two occasions. Well done, Essien.

  • Akonoba 10 years ago

    Why would you guy not let Essien be??? Why do you want to force him to retire like you did to Stephen Appiah?

  • MAYA - MK 10 years ago

    Your time and opportunity to shine.
    Needless to say, but utilize it as much as possible. Go int this game with the view of capturing the position and playing .. permanently !! Good luck mate , but i will be watching .

  • Ostutus 10 years ago

    had Mourinho named him on the Chelsea squad and not used him-what would have happened now-------zero chance to play UCL ball this season.

  • Appletus 10 years ago

    People jump into conclusion and behave as if there were coaches.
    Do you think Seedorf is daft ? He needs to rest the guy for this crucial match. Fact that the last match was won, Seedorf would have read in between and decide ...
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  • BerylRichards 10 years ago

    We will be watching.
    best of luck Bison!!!

  • ffonky 10 years ago

    Hi Essien,
    we wish you well,most important without injuries. We´ll need you badly for the World cup