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Chelsea have started their 2018-19 season on a remarkable note. With seven wins and two draws, the Blues are flying high under their new boss Maurizio Sarri. With Hazard in the peak of his form, the midfield trio of Jorginho, N'Golo Kante and Mateo Kovacic and the daunting presence of Marcos Alonso, Chelsea have one of the most formidable line-ups in the Premier League.
But, how have they fared in the brand-new FIFA 19? Well, they are a handy side to play with. The Blues have the pace and acceleration of Eden Hazard and Willian, the strength of Olivier Giroud, the vision of Jorginho, the astute defensive skills of Cesar Azpilicueta and the all-round abilities of Kovacic and Kante.
Without further ado, let's take a look at each Chelsea player's rating in FIFA 19.
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Goalkeepers
Chelsea goalkeepers' ratings:
Kepa Arrizabalaga (83), Willy Caballero (76), Rob Green (72)
One of the biggest transitions the club saw was the replacement of Thibaut Courtois, who forced a move away to Real Madrid. The Blues then smashed the record fee for a goalkeeper to secure the signature of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao. Although Kepa might not be as highly rated as Courtois, he stands at 83, with a potential rating of 91 - the sixth-highest potential in the Premier League.
The experienced Willy Caballero gets a 76, whereas shock summer signing Rob Green earns himself 72.
Defenders
Chelsea defenders' ratings:
Cesar Azpilicueta (86), David Luiz (83), Marcos Alonso (82), Andreas Christensen (82), Gary Cahill (81), Antonio Rudiger (81), Davide Zappacosta (79), Emerson Palmieri (76), Michael Hector (72), Fankaty Dabo (67), Ethan Ampadu (63)
Cesar Azpilicueta is the most distinguished defender in this Chelsea side. He is deployed as a center-back in FIFA and not a right back. However, with his pace of 76, you could shift his position like Sarri.
Marcos Alonso, as expected has the best shot power and accuracy amongst this bunch of players. He's rated at 82, with shooting abilities of 73 and defensive capabilities of 80. Not a bad option at left-back.
Sarri's most preferred center-back pairing of David Luiz and Antonio Rudiger are just fine at 83 and 82 respectively. The latter, who is one of the fastest players in the league without the ball, may not be too happy with his pace (73) rating which is as much as Alonso's and lesser than that of Azpilicueta.
Midfielders
Chelsea midfielders' ratings:
N’Golo Kante (89), Cesc Fabregas (84), Jorginho (84), Mateo Kovacic (83), Ross Barkley (79), Marco van Ginkel (79), Danny Drinkwater (79), Ruben Loftus-Cheek (77), Izzy Brown (70)
Here you go. Chelsea's midfield pack is one of the most complete in the game. Cesc Fabregas, who hasn't seen many minutes on the pitch this season, boasts 88 passing, 80 dribbling and 74 shooting.
With 86 dribbling, 82 passing and 79 pace, Mateo Kovacic is a dynamic midfielder. The same goes with N'Golo Kante and Jorginho, who have their own strengths. While Kante has defensive abilities of 88, Jorginho's 84 passing and 82 dribbling make him quite an asset in the team.
However, it is advisable not to shoot from distance with any of these players as Fabregas is the best finisher out of these players with an average shot rating of 74.
Forwards
Chelsea forwards' ratings:
Eden Hazard (91), Willian (84), Alvaro Morata (83), Olivier Giroud (82), Pedro (82), Victor Moses (78), Tammy Abraham (74), Lucas Piazon (72), Callum Hudson-Odoi (68)
91 pace, 82 shooting, 86 passing and a staggering rating of 94 dribbling make Eden Hazard the sixth-best player in the game. There is nothing he cannot do, except make defensive contributions. Willian too, has got blistering pace of 88 and dribbling skill of 86. The same goes for Morata, who has 82 pace. Olivier Giroud is the joint-best shooter in the squad with Hazard.
Many would feel the 76 pace of Pedro is a touch unfair, whereas Victor Moses is a handy substitute to have in your ranks. This Chelsea forward line has got some real pace and quality.
