It’s official – according to Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is currently “not good enough.” After the Blues suffered a 4-2 defeat against Wolverhampton Wanderers, most fans at Stamford Bridge expressed their frustration through jeers at the end of the game.
The visitors, bolstered by Rayan Ait-Nouri’s goal and Matheus Cunha’s hat-trick, outplayed Chelsea. Despite Cole Palmer giving Chelsea an early lead and a late consolation goal from Thiago Silva, Pochettino acknowledged the team’s shortcomings.
In response to questions about the match, Pochettino expressed that Chelsea had a decent start but faltered after conceding the first goal. He highlighted the challenge of regaining momentum and controlling the situation after giving up two own goals in the first half.
Acknowledging the players’ unease, Pochettino attributed it to the constant pressure to perform well. He emphasized the difficulty of playing against a Premier League team and admitted that the team is currently not up to par.
When asked about the players’ skills, Pochettino stated that none of them, including himself, are currently good enough. He took responsibility for the team’s performance and emphasized the need for everyone, players included, to be accountable. He acknowledged that Chelsea is not living up to the club’s heritage and emphasized the importance of remaining critical and making efforts to change.
Addressing the fans’ anger, Pochettino apologized, understanding that perceptions and reality may differ. He thanked the supporters for their backing and recognized their right to express frustration. Pochettino acknowledged that he’s a person, not a robot, and while it’s an unpleasant situation, they must move on, inspire the players to persevere, and navigate through the crisis.
In conclusion, Pochettino stressed the importance of regaining belief and confidence, urging fans to support the players during challenging times. Despite the tough moment, he expressed the team’s capability to move forward and work together to achieve positive outcomes in the future.
