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Chelsea player ratings vs. Luton: Solid showing from attack

By Anthony Gatt

Chelsea's Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga (L) saves this attempt from Luton Town's English striker Harry Cornick (R) during the English FA Cup fourth round football match between Chelsea and Luton Town at Stamford Bridge in London on January 24, 2021. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP via Getty Images)
Chelsea's Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga (L) saves this attempt from Luton Town's English striker Harry Cornick (R) during the English FA Cup fourth round football match between Chelsea and Luton Town at Stamford Bridge in London on January 24, 2021. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP via Getty Images) /
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LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 24: Tammy Abraham of Chelsea celebrates with team mates Callum Hudson-Odoi and Billy Gilmour after scoring their side’s third goal for their hat trick during The Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Chelsea and Luton Town at Stamford Bridge on January 24, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 24: Tammy Abraham of Chelsea celebrates with team mates Callum Hudson-Odoi and Billy Gilmour after scoring their side’s third goal for their hat trick during The Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Chelsea and Luton Town at Stamford Bridge on January 24, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) /

Timo Werner (Striker): 7.5/10

Yes, Werner has played his eighth different position. He looked lively in the first half, setting up Abraham for his first goal. The second half reminded Chelsea fans about their frustrations with him all season, as he got into the right areas but had no end product whatsoever. Werner earned himself a penalty with his pace and then he missed it—the goal drought continues.

Tammy Abraham (Striker): 9/10

It was a fantastic performance from Abraham as he worked hard from the being of the game to moment he was subbed off. The English forward got himself his hat-trick on the afternoon. He was in the right positions the entire game, which could have led to even more than three goals if the Blues took their chances. He pressed when needed to get the ball back and thrusted the attack forward. This is exactly what you want your striker to do and why it could lead to Abraham starting more games in the future which would be well deserved.

Callum Hudson-Odoi (Left midfielder): 8.5/10

Hudson-Odoi always seems to make an impact when he comes off the bench, it was no different against Luton. He came on with 20 minutes to go for Pulisic and had an impact from his first very first touch. He ran at the Luton defense with intent and got past them on many occasions, which lead to him assisting Abraham on the final goal. These kind of performances earn Hudson-Odoi more playing time.

Kai Havertz (Right midfielder): 6/10

Kai Havertz came on with 10′ to go and really didn’t do anything of note, he should have started the game in the No. 10 role though. He simply needs minutes to gain confidence, which is needed for Lampard to play him in any competition. Why he didn’t get more minutes in a cup against a Championship side makes no sense.

Olivier Giroud (Striker): 6/10

Olivier Giroud replaced Abraham up front and had two chances where he tried to chip the goalkeeper to no avail. That was about it.

Mateo Kovacic (Central midfielder): 6/10

Mateo Kovacic earned six minutes on the pitch, replacing Mount. He put in some good defensive work to close out the result and played the through ball to Werner that won the Blues the penalty.

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