Crystal Palace 0-1 Chelsea: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | Premier League 2018-19

#5 What now for Giroud and Morata?

No light at the end of the tunnel?

Chelsea's misfiring strikers have been a head-scratching problem for Maurizio Sarri, but now it might seem like their role at the club has decreased due to the gaffer's use of Hazard as a false nine.

It was always a battle between two forwards with different styles for the target man's role. However, with Hazard in scintillating form as a deeper striker, it looks like Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata's struggles might continue.

Speaking of the latter, he has had major problems with his confidence going into games. The former Real Madrid striker hasn't always showcased daunting physicality - an aspect of his play that has come under serious scrutiny.

Giroud, on the other hand, put in a fine shift against the Eagles, but hardly received the service he thrives on. This clearly shows that the present Chelsea approach isn't what always suits the Frenchman.