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After 19 years, Jose Mourinho's incredible record at Chelsea will stand for another season at least
Jose Mourinho’s legendary defensive record with Chelsea during the 2004/05 Premier League campaign remains untouched, as Liverpool and Arsenal failed to surpass it this season.
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The Blues’ historic achievement of conceding only 15 goals in an entire season under Mourinho has now survived yet another year, further testament to the Portuguese tactician’s brilliance.
Chelsea’s impeccable 2004/05 campaign
During Mourinho’s first season at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea delivered one of the most dominant displays in Premier League history.
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Alongside their record-setting defensive solidity, the Blues amassed 95 points, won 29 matches, and set a remarkable run of 1,025 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal.
The team suffered just one defeat throughout the season and comfortably finished 12 points clear of second-placed Arsenal.
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Chelsea’s defensive wall, led by captain John Terry and goalkeeper Petr Cech, became the gold standard for Premier League resilience.
Liverpool and Arsenal fall short
This season, Liverpool and Arsenal have been lauded for their defensive structures, yet they both conceded 16 goals already after just 16 and 17 matches, respectively.
Despite Liverpool’s dominant run at the top of the table, they still face a steep challenge to match Chelsea’s incredible points tally from the 2004/05 campaign.
Chelsea’s record remains a testament to Mourinho’s brilliance in charge of the Blues in his first season as manager, as well as his well-oiled defence that remains the best ever in Premier League history.
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As modern football evolves with an emphasis on attacking flair, the Blues’ historic defensive achievement continues to stand as a seemingly insurmountable benchmark.
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