The celebrations went on long into the night in west London, and after the dust had settled, the presentation stage dismantled, and the tickertape cleared, Chelsea were left with only the memories of a golden season – well, that a few severe hangovers.
Champions for the third time in six years, for the first time under Carlo Ancelotti – and at the Italian’s first attempt too – few can deny that the Blues are worthy winners. They were the most consistent team in an inconsistent season, but when they clicked they were simply thrilling to watch.
It wasn’t the eight goals that they put past a 10-man Wigan Athletic on Sunday afternoon that won the title, but they were a fine example of the often rampant football of a team who, when they want to, can absolutely destroy the majority of the sides in the division.
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