Chelsea winger Florent Malouda fears teams are no longer scared of Blues

25 November 2010 01:03
Chelsea star Florent Malouda has insisted teams are no longer scared of the Londoners, particularly with their lengthy injury list.[LNB]The Blues were facing an embarrassing defeat against MSK Zilina in the Champions League, before an equaliser from Daniel Sturridge and a late winner from Malouda.[LNB] In the nick of time: Malouda scores Chelsea's late winner against Zilina[LNB]Thanking the fans: Malouda after the final whistle on Tuesday[LNB]The winger said afterwards: 'Have we lost the fear factor? Yes. Maybe teamshave more confidence when they come here. Right now we have so manyinjuries and it's more difficult for us physically and mentally.[LNB]'It's aperiod of the season where the games are more difficult. You canrecover better after you win which is why I'm so happy we beat Zilina.This is the moment when players have to come in and show their quality.'[LNB]Chelsea were missing 10 first team players due to injury at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night, but will take confidence from the win.[LNB]Surprising defeats over the past fortnight in the Premier League against Sunderland and Birmingham mean Chelsea are now only joint leaders with Manchester United.[LNB]The Blues visit Newcastle on Sunday, followed by a home clash with Everton on December 4.[LNB] Chelsea boss Ancelotti hails teen ace McEachran after seeing off Zilina Chelsea eye Partizan teenager Savic in bid to bolster injury-hit Blues' defenceCHELSEA FC

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