Mauricio Pochettino Upset with Chelsea’s Vulnerability to Set Pieces
Mauricio Pochettino has expressed his disappointment with Chelsea’s inability to defend against aerial threats from opposition players this season. The team has conceded headed goals in their last four games, including Scott McTominay’s winning goal for Manchester United on Wednesday.
Chelsea has conceded a total of six headed goals this season, placing them among the teams with the highest number of goals conceded in this manner. Only Luton, Brentford, and Sheffield United have conceded more.
As Chelsea prepares to face Everton, who are known for their height advantage, Pochettino recognizes the need for improvement in defending set pieces. He emphasizes the importance of being more aggressive and clever in their defensive approach to prevent opponents from capitalizing on their strengths.
Pochettino specifically highlights his frustration with McTominay’s winning goal and emphasizes the need for better organization and desire in defending set pieces. He believes that stopping crosses is crucial in preventing such goals and urges his team to take responsibility for their defensive duties.
Meanwhile, Everton secured a significant 3-0 victory over Newcastle United, lifting them out of the relegation zone. Chelsea, on the other hand, remains in 10th place after their sixth league defeat of the season against Manchester United.
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