New system, same problems - Alonso not happy with 'soft' Chelsea
Summary
Chelsea has scored 10 goals but also allowed two or more goals in each of their first four Premier League games this season, continuing a defensive struggle that started before coach Xabi Alonso took over. Alonso is still trying different strategies and said the team needs to be tougher and more consistent to stop giving opponents chances.Key Facts
- Chelsea drew 2-2 with Hull, marking two wins in four Premier League games since Xabi Alonso became coach.
- Chelsea has conceded two or more goals in every league match this season, a first in 11 years.
- The team has gone 20 league matches without a clean sheet (not allowing any goals), the longest run in 65 years.
- Alonso has changed the team’s formation in three different games recently as he experiments.
- Defensive mistakes helped Hull score, including a misjudged cross and failure to clear a corner.
- Former defender Ashley Williams said Chelsea’s defense is weak, especially in transitions when they lose the ball.
- Alonso emphasized the need for the team to be more solid and avoid being “soft” in duels.
- The coach does not see switching to a back four as a full solution but focuses on player roles and qualities.
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