Presenting: Nicolas Anelka, Optimist

While most of England is continuing their near weekly tradition of Apocalypse-like panic when any of the Big Four loses (this week's victim being Chelsea), Nicolas Anelka has a much more positive view of things. Buried toward the end of a commonplace, "We're gonna play better" filler article, is this quote from the French striker:

"The fans have been frustrated by our recent results, which is logical,'' he said. "As far as the players are concerned, we have not been happy with some of our games. The positive point is that we are still on course for the treble.''

Emphasis on the crazy is all mine. Seriously, let's see how that Treble Quest is going...

Champions League: They've been off ever since before they started shitting the bed, and when they do get back to it in late February, all they have to do is coast past Juventus. You know, they're only in second place in Italy, so no big deal. I'm sure it's not too much to assume Chelsea will get past them and anyone else in Europe. I mean, they have a really long history of success in Champions League and all...

Premier League: The Blues are about to drop to third in the League when Man U pimp slaps Wigan with their Game-In-Hand this week, and lately have been unable to take advantage of Liverpool missteps like drawing with Stoke. Unless they stop shitting the bed soon, they'd better settle into that third place spot, and keep a close eye on Aston Villa behind them.

FA Cup: They're up for a replay with Southend United of League One, on the road, because they couldn't get a win against the Shrimpers at Stamford Bridge. And this may currently stand as their best chance at a trophy.

As I said before, I'm not one to jump aboard the Panic Train as quickly as British media are, but I'm also sure as hell not taking Chelsea to bring home three trophies, either.