Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: 3 Blues lessons learned
By Abdul Abdullahi
Stamford Bridge is alive once again
Mauricio Pochettino, the new coach of Chelsea, stated that the 1-1 draw against Liverpool on Sunday is just the beginning of the transformation he aims to bring about at Stamford Bridge. This comes in response to the disappointing performance of the high-spending Blues in the previous season.
The former manager of Tottenham Hotspur, Pochettino introduced four new players into the starting lineup for CFC. The team’s growing confidence, particularly after conceding a goal by Luis Diaz in the 18th minute, suggests that the club might be on its way to a positive trajectory once again.
A notable occurrence was Axel Disasi, who made a memorable debut by scoring a goal for Chelsea. Another newcomer, striker Nicolas Jackson, utilized his strength to create scoring opportunities. Despite a challenging start in his Chelsea debut, academy graduate Levi Colwill managed to frustrate Mohamed Salah. Additionally, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez displayed confidence in his performance.
Amidst the action, the enthusiastic support from Blues fans was a stark contrast to the quieter support during the previous struggling season. The team was applauded by spectators at the end of the match, indicating their anticipation for a more promising season ahead under the guidance of their new coach.