Chelsea Progress in Conference League Despite Lacklustre First Half

Chelsea secured a 1-0 victory over FC Copenhagen, winning 3-1 on aggregate to reach the Conference League quarter-finals. However, their uninspired first-half performance led to boos from the home crowd before Cole Palmer's introduction helped turn the tide.

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The Times
Written by
Craig 'Tosh' McKinnon
14 Mar
7:36
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Chelsea extended their winning streak to four games in all competitions with a narrow win over FC Copenhagen, but questions remain about their overall form. A lacklustre first half saw them fail to register a single shot, leading to frustration among the Stamford Bridge crowd. It took the introduction of Cole Palmer at half-time to inject some much-needed creativity, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall eventually scoring the decisive goal.

Despite progressing to the quarter-finals, Chelsea’s sluggish performance raised concerns ahead of crucial Premier League fixtures against Arsenal and Tottenham. While manager Enzo Maresca urged patience, the team's inconsistency continues to be a talking point.

Key Points

  • Chelsea won 1-0 on the night (3-1 on aggregate) to reach the Conference League quarter-finals.
  • A poor first half saw them fail to register a shot, leading to boos from the home crowd.
  • Copenhagen had early chances but failed to capitalise.
  • Cole Palmer was introduced at half-time and helped improve Chelsea's attacking play.
  • Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored the only goal, securing Chelsea’s progression.
  • Chelsea’s inconsistency remains a concern ahead of key league matches against Arsenal and Tottenham.

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Co-founder of The1905Club. A life long Chelsea fan and season ticket holder for over twenty years. Now residing in Poland, this doesn't stop Tosh from watching every minute of every game.
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