Chelsea’s Sanchez Under Fire as Goalkeeping Crisis Deepens
Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez faces increasing scrutiny after multiple errors, with fans and pundits calling for a change.
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The Athletic
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City highlighted ongoing struggles with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, whose fifth error leading to a goal this season has left fans questioning his place in the team. On the "Straight Outta Cobham" podcast, journalists Liam Twomey and Simon Johnson discussed Sanchez's declining form and the mounting pressure on manager Enzo Maresca to make a change. Sanchez’s inability to deliver basic goalkeeping fundamentals and execute Maresca's system of playing out from the back has created a toxic atmosphere among supporters.
- Declining Form: Sanchez has made five errors leading to goals this season, the most in the Premier League, with fundamental goalkeeping issues compounding his struggles.
- Fan Backlash: The atmosphere has turned toxic, with fans sarcastically cheering Sanchez's basic saves and booing his touches.
- Maresca’s Dilemma: Manager Enzo Maresca faces a critical decision ahead of the West Ham game—whether to stick with Sanchez or risk further backlash by keeping him in the XI.
- Alternative Options: Despite Filip Jorgensen being available, Maresca appears hesitant to consider him as an upgrade, adding complexity to the situation.
- Club Reputation at Stake: Continued poor performances could turn fan ire toward Maresca himself, a concern mirrored by the fallout from previous Chelsea goalkeeping crises.
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Steve Worrell
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
