EPL 2016/17: 10 things we learned from Gameweek 27

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Charlie Daniels of AFC Bournemouth (L) celebrates with Artur Boruc of AFC Bournemouth (C) after the Premier League match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford on March 4, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) — Man of the Match Arthur Boruc celebrates after the draw against Manchester United

#9 Chelsea could on of the Champions League favourites next season

STRATFORD, ENGLAND - MARCH 06: Diego Costa of Chelsea celebrates with team mates after scoring his sides second goal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea at London Stadium on March 6, 2017 in Stratford, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) — Despite a poor performance, Diego Costa scored a goal

Over the last decade, Chelsea has risen to be one of the most prominent European football clubs. With a dip in their performances last season, the Blues missed out on European football this season. Antonio Conte capitalised on this lack of distraction by taking a stunning 10 point lead in the league. The Blues seem to be winning even when they aren't performing well.

West Ham United suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of an underperforming Chelsea. The ability to win games despite performing poorly is something that great champion teams are accustomed to. Over the years, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have been synonymous with such wins and it looks like Chelsea are following their footsteps.

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