LONDON: Antonio Conte insists the battle for a top four finish is providing Chelsea with all the motivation they need, even if Premier League leaders Manchester City out of reach. With City on a record-breaking run of victories, Blues boss Conte admits there appears to be little chance of closing the gap. “I think in this league there is a great motivation for all. Last season, Manchester United and Arsenal finished fifth and sixth, no? “There is this great motivation for me, for the players, and we want to try and improve.

Source: New Strait Times December 27, 2017 00:45 UTC