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Chelsea aims for Premier League title after mid-table finish last season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:03 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Chelsea aims for Premier League title after mid-table finish last season

Summary

Chelsea finished 10th in the Premier League last season and seeks a return to glory under new manager Xabi Alonso. Their current record mirrors the 2015-16 season, which saw them improve dramatically and claim the title the following year. The club's goal difference and points tally resemble that historic mid-table finish. Alonso's tactical flexibility, previously effective in Germany, may shape Chelsea's title challenge. They aim to close the gap to leaders like Arsenal, whose championship points total was low in recent seasons.

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By the Numbers

•Chelsea finished mid-table last season, missing European competition.
•Alonso's tactical style led to success in the Bundesliga.
•Chelsea's current points tally is slightly above last year's.
•Arsenal’s low 2025-26 points tally may open opportunities.
•Historical precedent exists for rapid improvement after poor seasons.

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What they're saying

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Chelsea finished 10th in the Premier League 10 years ago but incredibly were champions of England just a year later under new manager Antonio Conte. After finishing in the same position last season, with no European football again and a new manager in Xabi Alonso, can the Blues repeat the feat? Chelsea's Premier League record in 2025-26 is almost identical to when they finished mid-table under interim manager Guus Hiddink a decade ago.
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