April 7th 2024.
Mauricio Pochettino's team faced a tough 2-2 draw against 20th-placed Sheffield United, with the opponents scoring in the 93rd minute. After the game, Pochettino openly admitted that it could take up to five years to fix the ongoing issues at Chelsea. This was evident in their performance against Sheffield United, as the Blues entered the game with high confidence after their thrilling win against Manchester United just a few days prior.
Despite taking the lead through Thiago Silva's goal, Chelsea couldn't hold on to their advantage. Even after Noni Madueke restored their lead in the second half, they were unable to secure a win as Oli McBurnie scored a late equalizer for the relegation favorites. Pochettino acknowledged that Chelsea's current state is a work in progress, and it may take some time to build a strong and cohesive team.
"We are talking a lot," Pochettino shared. "This is a new team with different profiles, and we are still learning. The process of building a team takes time, and it's not a quick fix. It's a project that could take three to five years." Despite their struggles, Pochettino highlighted the progress they have made by reaching the semi-finals of the FA Cup and believes that this is a normal process that they need to accept.
The Argentine coach also addressed the frustration of conceding a late goal and settling for a draw. He admitted that while it was a fair result, it was disappointing and frustrating to concede in the first half and then in the final few minutes of the game. Pochettino also recognized that despite controlling possession, Chelsea failed to create enough chances and lacked solidity and strength in their defense.
In other news, Rio Ferdinand and Joe Cole have both agreed that a certain Premier League player is the signing of the season. Reece James may have gone against the majority of Chelsea fans with his reaction to Mason Mount's performance during their win against Manchester United. Pochettino also took a subtle dig at teams who rely on set-pieces to score goals, while Kai Havertz praised an underrated Arsenal player and complimented manager Mikel Arteta. With more stories and analysis, sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on all things Chelsea.
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