“They’re winning trophies if they solve this two things” – Rafael Benitez tells Chelsea solve these two issues to be able to win trophies
Considering the final result, you would expect to hear largely favorable reactions from Chelsea supporters on Sunday’s defeat to Liverpool.
It was a performance full of promise and optimism in contrast to some of the games played last year. The squad had their moments and had a chance to win a tie when Renato Veiga headed over, but ultimately they didn’t really go all out and beat the home club.
Even though Rafael Benitez’s performance on Match of the Day 2 wasn’t as encouraging as some, there was undoubtedly enough there to build upon. He was worried about Enzo Maresca’s team’s balance because it did appear unsteady at the back:
“They can be proud because they were attacking, but if you want to win trophies you have to keep the balance. You have to be sure that you’re good in defence but also in attack.
“They are very good offensively, but are they working in defence? I’m not sure about that.”
There have been questions asked about goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, Levi Colwill gave away a soft penalty and his central defensive partner Tosin Adarabioyo was subbed off before the hour mark after struggling badly.