Rooney: Chelsea will become Arsenal's main rival

London's "Chelsea" secured a resounding victory over "Barcelona" in the fifth round of the Champions League group stage. Former "Manchester United" and England national team forward Wayne Rooney expressed his astonishment at this result.

He now considers "Chelsea" to be the main contender against London rival "Arsenal" in the English Championship. "Maresca is doing an outstanding job.

Even in the absence of Cole Palmer, the team’s mechanism is working flawlessly. I believe this team, with confidence in its strength, can pose a serious challenge to 'Arsenal'," Rooney said in an interview with BBC Sport.

For reference, "Chelsea" last won the English Championship in 2017. Read “Zamin” on Telegram!