Extended break gives Chelsea a set‑piece advantage

Chelsea benefited more than any other Premier League side from the three‑week international break, using the time to focus on set‑piece routines and address lingering issues. The extended pause allowed the squad to regroup and work on fixes that could boost their performance in the coming fixtures.

The Premier League’s international break was extended to three weeks, giving clubs a longer period to rest and prepare for the second half of the season.

Chelsea seized the opportunity, concentrating on set‑piece drills and tactical adjustments during the pause.

The club also used the break to identify and work on specific weaknesses that had emerged earlier in the campaign.

Analysts note that no other team in the league appears to have reaped a similar benefit from the pause, with Chelsea showing marked improvement in set‑piece efficiency.

As the season resumes, the Blues will look to carry the momentum forward, aiming to convert the gains made during the break into results against their next opponents.