Why are we so reliant on Matic?

In short because he is a very good player, but there is no getting away from the fact that Chelsea rely heavily on Matic and that could be a big problem for them in the next couple of weeks.

Matic is world class and any side would rely heavily on a player of his calibre but the Blues will have to find a way to win without him – and that is something that has eluded them thus far this season.

Chelsea have Ramires and John Obi Mikel who both know how to navigate their way through massive games and finals – and will have to turn to them until Matic is back.