“The primary concern for this Chelsea squad revolves around one individual, as per a revered figure in the club. John Terry has pinpointed the key player who could potentially cause their downfall in today’s match against Crystal Palace. As a former Chelsea captain and prominent figure within the club, Terry highlighted three specific players crucial for Mauricio Pochettino as the team endeavors to climb up the Premier League rankings.
Earlier in the season, Chelsea faced difficulties with setbacks against Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, and West Ham, resulting in a challenging start and a lower standing in the league table for a significant period.
However, since the start of September, the team has displayed signs of improvement. A Carabao Cup triumph against Brighton seemed to ignite Pochettino’s squad. Subsequently, they’ve only suffered one loss in their last eight games, triumphing over three of the top four teams in the league and accumulating five points out of a possible nine.
Despite the 2-2 draw with rivals Arsenal feeling like a defeat initially due to a late comeback, it indicated Chelsea’s ability to compete at a high level during a substantial internal transition. This was further exemplified in the 4-1 victory over Tottenham, where Nicolas Jackson secured his first hat-trick, propelling the Blues into the upper half of the standings.
Facing the reigning champions, Manchester City, Chelsea exuded confidence. Pochettino had conveyed that his team wouldn’t perceive themselves as underdogs, and they certainly played accordingly.
In an intense match that concluded with a 4-4 draw, a last-minute penalty from Cole Palmer salvaged Chelsea’s position. Palmer, who has been impressing in the dressing room, notably scored four goals in the previous five games and earned his senior England debut.
Terry, when asked about players he’s been observing closely on the field, highlighted the summer signing, Cole Palmer, as a promising talent for the future. During a broadcasted event, he praised Palmer’s immediate confidence after scoring his initial penalty and lauded his exceptional performance. Terry, having faced Raheem Sterling before, acknowledged his thrilling ability but expressed admiration for Thiago Silva’s playing style.”
