Chelsea are looking to bounce back from a midweek setback away to Bournemouth this afternoon.
Title talk at Stamford Bridge was building following that very credible draw with Arsenal last weekend.
But in the space of a few days that has almost evaporated, with that 3-1 defeat to Leeds United on Wednesday a firm reality check for Enzo Maresca and his side.
Another tough test awaits on the road today but Bournemouth themselves have lost their way of late with no wins in their last five.
Chelsea start the day in fourth place with Crystal Palace and Sunderland breathing down their necks.
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