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Seven Reasons why ...

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There is no doubting that Chelsea have made a great start to the Premiership this season, and no doubting the quality of their squad or the credentials of their manager.  There is reason to be cautious though. Here are seven warnings (from recent history) that Chelsea may be wise to heed. 2013/14 Arsenal top after 7 games only finished in 4th, a massive 34 points behind Man City who didn't even figure in the top 4 after 7 matches.  Chelsea fans will probably point out that Arsenal had a relatively easy start to the season last year.  They played Villa (H), Fulham (A), Spurs (H), Sunderland (A), Stoke (H), Swansea (A) and West Brom (A).  So far this season Chelsea have already met their main rivals Man City (A) and Arsenal (H). 2012/13 Chelsea themselves threw away an early lead in this 2012/13.  Top after 7 games and ended in a disappointing third.  6 wins  (including an away win against Arsenal)  and 1 draw in their first 7 gam...