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Chelsea FC's pursuit of Champions League football under Xabi Alonso remains alive.
What happened?
The Blues' chances of a top-five finish were dashed following a 3-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest on May 4. Their recent form has been LWDLL, with a league standing of 10th in Premier League, 52 pts, 14W-10D-14L from 38 games.
Why it matters for Chelsea FC
Aston Villa winning the Europa League and finishing fifth could see the sixth-placed team qualify for the Champions League. Villa face Freiburg in the Europa League final on Wednesday night in Istanbul. If Villa finish fifth and win the Europa League, the sixth-placed team would take their Champions League spot.
What comes next?
For Chelsea FC to qualify, the following scenarios must play out: - Aston Villa win the Europa League AND lose to Man City - Liverpool beat Brentford - Brighton fail to beat Man United - Bournemouth LOSE to Man City and Nottingham Forest - Chelsea FC beat Tottenham AND Sunderland The Blues have not won a Premier League match since beating Villa on March 4.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 10th in Premier League |
| Points | 52 pts |
| Record | 14W-10D-14L from 38 games |
| Recent form | LWDLL |
| Goals this season | 58 scored, 52 conceded (+6 goal difference) |
| Title race | 33 points behind leaders Arsenal |
