Most neutrals will hope for the latter. Seasons that see a shifting of momentum tend to be more memorable than those where a dominant side canters into the distance. There’s a reason the tortoise’s sole victory against the hare was the only result between them that was turned into a fable.

Enzo Maresca has once again played down Chelsea’s Premier League title chances despite having the chance to cut the gap at the top of the table to six points this weekend. The Italian has made an eye-catching start to his Stamford Bridge reign and appears to be getting the best out of Chelsea’s expensively assembled squad.

Enzo Maresca addresses Premier League title challenge as Chelsea boss delivers Enzo Fernandez verdict - Blues sit third in the table ahead of Sunday’s clash with Aston Villa