Chelsea 1-1 Burnley: 5 talking points as the Blues are held to a late draw by Clarets | Premier League 2021-22

#3 Reece James delivers again

James is currently in the form of his life

Reece James is having quite the season for Chelsea. With four goals and three assists in the league, he's posting numbers that a forward would be proud of, let alone a full-back. He's currently Chelsea's leading goalscorer in the Premier League this season with four goals.

His assist for Havertz today was a class act, sending a looping ball for the German to nod home from close range. James wasted no time in proving his worth to the side on his first-team return.

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#4 Havertz, a possible No.9?

Havertz delivers as Chelsea's makeshift No.9 again

In the last four games that he's started as their striker, Havertz has scored twice and made one assist. This includes tonight's goal, demonstrating his No.9 credentials.

He started as their makeshift centre-forward and once again repaid Tuchel's faith with an important goal. It was a fine header between two of Burnley's centre-backs.

With the international break coming up, Werner and Lukaku will have ample more time to recover. They might as well return for the away clash with Leicester City.

However, the German's good showings in the striker's role have given Tuchel plenty of food for thought.

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#5 Chelsea's title aspirations face defining weeks ahead

Chelsea have a tough few games ahead in the league

Chelsea have been on a good run of form this season, with many even touting the reigning European champions to win their first league title since 2017.

However, following today's draw, they're only three points clear of second-placed City. Liverpool could close the gap to just one if they beat West Ham on Sunday.

So there's still no clear winner in the title race just yet. The Blues, especially, have a tough run after the break, with games against Leicester, Watford, Manchester United and West Ham coming in quick succession.

Defining period ahead for Tuchel and co.