Comparisons in football are easy to make, almost too easy. Players and managers are always being compared to one another and that hasn’t stopped this season.
Chelsea’s fine form during their charge to the Premier League title has seen Antonio Conte draw comparisons to Jose Mourinho’s first season in charge at Stamford Bridge.
Not only for the brilliant football that both teams have played, but also for the defensive stability and resilience of both teams.
The 3-4-3 formation has been a revelation for the Blues under the Italian, whilst under the management of ‘the special one’ in 2004, they floated between a 4-3-3 and a diamond in midfield.
Under Conte this season, Chelsea need just 15 points to seal the Premier League title. They currently sit seven points ahead of Tottenham, who are keeping the pressure on the Blues.
We’ve taken a look at some key statistics to see how the two squads compare against each other.
