Chelsea stars prepare for Arsenal using RUGBY tackle shields in bizarre training bid to combat set-piece dark arts

CHELSEA have taken the unconventional route of training with rugby pads to prepare for their early-season showdown with Arsenal this weekend. Boss Xabi Alonso has got his troops bracing for impact with big rugby pads. Both Valentin Barco and Pep Chavarria were spotted holding the crash pads while their team-mates crashed in them at Cobham....