“He’s too good to handle him” “Wish to play with him” – Mason Mount hails Chelsea star after what he did to him in Chelsea 1-0 win over Manchester United
Former Chelsea player Mason Mount has praised Moises Caicedo for his performance in the Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester United on Friday (May 16). The Ecuadorian was impressive in the midfield as the Blues secured an edgy 1-0 victory at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea needed three points, as they are locked in a race for the Champions League spots for the next season. Hence, their strong start came as no surprise, with Noni Madueke registering the first shot of the game just five minutes in.
However, Manchester United grew into the match as things progressed. Harry Maguire thought he had given his side the lead in the 16th minute, but his goal was ruled out for offside.
Reece James came close to scoring for the Blues a few minutes later, but a post denial ensured that the first 45 minutes ended goalless. Chelsea started the second half with the same theme as the first. They thought they had been handed a lifeline in the 62nd minute when referee Chris Kavanagh adjudged Andre Onana to have brought down Tyrique George in the 18-yard area. However, a VAR intervention reversed the decision.
It was a temporary reprieve for United, as the home fans were sent into raptures when Marc Cucurella powered home James’ spinning cross past Onana (71′). Madueke had the opportunity to double the lead minutes later, but he fluffed his lines. The Red Devils’ failure to prove threatening in attack meant Chelsea got a crucial victory on home soil.
While Cucurella won the ‘Player of the Match’ award, Caicedo stood out on the night. The midfielder recorded a passing accuracy of 86% (50/58), made 12 recoveries, completed two of four dribbles, and won three tackles and seven duels.
However, After the match, Mason Mount reacted to how Moises Caicedo was so good on the pitch:
Mason Mount said: “Caicedo is just too good..I know i don’t have to say but it’s the true he’s too good to handle, he will end up as an all-time great footballer if he continues this form”
“My love for Chelsea is still there , this is my club from my childhood and still in my heart .. playing with Moises Caicedo will be great” Mount added
However, Chelsea fans also reacted to how good Moises Caicedo is … See below some Chelsea fans reaction on Moises Caicedo
“70% of the Earth is covered by water, the rest is covered by Moisés Caicedo,” @CFC_Janty wrote.
“Moises Caicedo was without a doubt the best player on the pitch tonight. Generational talent,”
@CFCBlues_com added.
“Easy choice for man of the match… Moises Caicedo. No fatigue in his 50th game of the season for club and country, no let-up in leading #CFC hunt for a #UCL place. Relentless pressing, ball-winning, composed, effective redistribution. Chelsea’s most important player atm,” @henrywinter chimed in.