RB Salzburg 1-2 Chelsea: 3 UCL talking points

While the last factor mentioned does lead to some less than clinical finishing, there were a fair few healthy chances created as the contest progressed. The resurgence of Jorginho is a noticeably undervalued component to the new era. Another notable development is the increasing influence of Kai Havertz, hopefully along with a return of belief. If Potter can find the right spot and most suitable teammates to surround the German, I believe he would more regularly showcase the talents which enabled his extraordinarily high profile.

Chelsea’s usual negatives were apparent

To pick up on one of the previous section’s parts, a cutting edge lacked first half. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s nonchalant composure is one of the things that made him one of the best strikers around in his younger days. Yet his equanimity was more reminiscent of youthful insouciance as he failed to put the Blues 2-0 up in the latter stages of the first 45 minutes. He did, although, make some exceptional runs throughout and will return to the scoresheet soon, no doubt.

Again the players fielded out of position tried their utmost and had an impact which generally helped CFC. Yet their new roles – namely makeshift wingbacks which includes increased defensive responsibilities – are not aiding Potter’s quest for a true equilibrium. Despite a few uneven performance, most of Chelsea’s stars put in great shifts in Austria. Naturally we can expect a more staunch defence when important athletes, who are unavailable at present, come back.