Under a lot of pressure recently, Graham Potter’s Chelsea is through to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League. Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz got on the scoresheet to give them a priceless victory against the German league soccer club Borussia Dortmund. Therefore, Potter’s reign received a much-needed boost after recent struggles.
What a performance! What a win! This is all we ask for, just fight for that shirt! Havertz, Chilwell and James specially were absolutely sensational tonight.
— P (@ForeverBlue_07) March 7, 2023
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Delighted fans reacted to their sensational performance at Stamford Bridge after underperforming for several weeks. Although they rank tenth in the English Premier League, their chances in the Champions League would probably determine their future playing in the competition.
Fans react to Chelsea’s brilliant win against Borussia Dortmund
The fans showcased their excitement as a fan commented on how they needed this victory. The fan commented, “What a performance! What a win! This is all we ask for, just fight for that shirt! Havertz, Chilwell and James specially were absolutely sensational tonight.” Another fan stated how the club needed this performance, and it was a pleasure to watch them play. The fan commented, “Massive performance from the boys, f***ing get in!”
Massive performance from the boys, fucking get in! 👏👏👏
— Jack (@J4CKMULL) March 7, 2023
Champions league and Chelsea 🤝💙
— Ashu Deori (@ashu_deori) March 7, 2023
A relief. So much better. Kova and Kai showed why they’re big game players. But man, Potter’s substitutions really broke up our rhythm and composure. Anyway..loads to build on.
— kristyan benedict (@KreaseChan) March 7, 2023
CHELSEA ARE BACKKKK
— CfcSheikh (@CfcSheikh) March 7, 2023
Champions league and Chelsea 🤝💙
— Ashu Deori (@ashu_deori) March 7, 2023
Happy Night Blues ..💙
good fight. This marks the beginning of returning to the right path and restoring confidence pic.twitter.com/0ZPQisviMF— AHMED ALENAZI. (@Ahm77I) March 7, 2023
However, the game saw a controversial penalty awarded to Chelsea, and some fans pointed out the issue. The fan stated, “Chelsea are an embarrassment to football. Putting 10 guys in the back and getting horrible referee calls. What a joke of a club that can’t win the game fairly.” After Kai Havertz missed the penalty in the first attempt, the referee ordered the penalty to be retaken again because of encroachment. Therefore, fans could not believe the decision.
Chelsea are an embarrassment to football. Putting 10 guys in the back and getting horrible referee calls. What a joke of a club that can’t win the game fairly.
— ︎ (@ZtnBlanco) March 7, 2023
Bad decision ever in football history. pure corrupt. pic.twitter.com/VMucjagFam
— Barcelona images (@messitopfan) March 7, 2023
Needed a fraudulent penalty to do it pic.twitter.com/WZgJELBSL2
— ⚫️Nick 🟡 (@PeakPiszczu) March 7, 2023
Dortmund have been robbed. pic.twitter.com/Bu2xcAZZVh
— W0y_13🐼 (@W0y44n0pxc3d) March 7, 2023
Dortmund was robbed
— Anero beezy𓃵 (@Anerobeezy2) March 7, 2023
After a troubled few weeks, Potter hopes to carry this form into the league. They are one of the best clubs in the world, yet their form was unsatisfactory in recent games. Hence, Chelsea needed a confidence boost, and they sure got some.
Graham Potter finally gets Chelsea going!
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Looking at their last nine games, Chelsea managed just two victories and slipped down the table. Moreover, a home loss to Southampton in those run of games increased the pressure on the former Brighton manager. But, the board remains committed to the Potter project. They spend over $600 million on many signings in the transfer window. They brought in quality players like Enzo Fernandez, Joao Felix, Mykhailo Mudryk, and many more.
Every team needs time to adapt to their coach’s methods. Looking at Mikel Arteta’s success at Arsenal, one must say giving time helps managers to help the squad settle down. The turnover of managers is getting ridiculous, and the American billionaire Todd Boehly is patient with his manager. Will Potter be a success at Chelsea?
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