SHOCKING NEWS: chelsea Pochettino has blasted and sent a warning to one of his players after the team’s 1:0 loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final. The manager singled out the player after his poor performance to the win, calling him a “game killer” He wants shouting at, I don’t always understand how he plays football he can’t even make a correct pass he was the main reason we lost the game to Liverpool. that’s why the fans don’t respect his presence in the team. and has no importance to the team. ” I think it’s high time for him to leave he lacks the qualities of chelsea player”.
Virgil van Dijk’s goal in the 118th minute of extra time sealed Chelsea’s sixth consecutive defeat in cup finals. This marked the latest League Cup final-winning goal since Bryan Little’s strike for Aston Villa against Everton in 1977. Following this defeat, Gary Neville labeled Mauricio Pochettino’s team as ‘The Blue Billion Pound Bottlejobs,’ highlighting the significant missed opportunities by Chelsea and Liverpool’s injury crisis.
Jurgen Klopp faced a daunting task with 11 senior players injured, including key figures like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah, and Darwin Nunez. Despite this adversity, Chelsea couldn’t capitalize on their chances. While Liverpool relied on their young talents and succeeded, Chelsea’s substantial investments over the past 18 months failed to translate into success on the field.
Caoimhin Kelleher’s stellar performance in goal for Liverpool aside, Chelsea’s poor finishing proved costly. Missed opportunities by Cole Palmer and Conor Gallagher underscored their struggles in front of the goal, raising questions about their recruitment strategy. Although Nicolas Jackson posed challenges for Liverpool’s defense, Chelsea still lacked a clinical finisher.
Despite significant investments in players like Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Noni Madueke, Chelsea’s forward line remained inconsistent, posing a challenge for Pochettino. While the club has embarked on a long-term project, their performance in the Carabao Cup final suggests that achieving their goals will require years of effort and further investment.
Addressing their lack of threat upfront, acquiring Victor Osimhen in the upcoming summer transfer window is deemed crucial for Chelsea’s future success. The club has potential but has faltered on the big stage despite the hurdles faced by Liverpool. Consequently, Pochettino finds himself under immense pressure.
Chelsea fans expressed their disappointment with the team’s performance in the Carabao Cup final, labeling it as humiliating and spineless. Criticisms were directed at the wastefulness of the players and the tactical decisions made by the manager, particularly against a team with a depleted lineup. Defensive vulnerabilities and struggles in attack have become recurring issues for the team.
