Chelsea secures back-to-back wins in the Premier League on Saturday with a convincing 4-1 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor.
In the early stages of the game, Burnley took advantage of Chelsea’s poor defending and scored the opening goal through Wilson Odobert. However, Chelsea’s attack struggled to break through for most of the first half, with Raheem Sterling being one of the standout players for the visitors. Sterling’s cross deflected into the goal, bringing Chelsea level.
After the break, Chelsea took control of the game. Sterling was brought down in the box, leading to a penalty that Cole Palmer converted for his first goal for the club. Sterling then showcased his clinical finishing with a goal of his own, extending Chelsea’s lead to 3-1. The game was wrapped up in the 74th minute when Palmer assisted Nicolas Jackson for Chelsea’s fourth goal.
Positives
Sterling was Chelsea’s standout player, contributing to three goals in the match. Midfielder Conor Gallagher also impressed with his overall performance. Additionally, Jackson’s goal will boost his confidence going forward.
Negatives
Chelsea started slowly in the first half, which could have been problematic against tougher opponents. Mauricio Pochettino’s side needs to improve its performance from the start.
Manager rating (1-10; 10 = best)
Mauricio Pochettino, 7 — Pochettino’s halftime talk clearly made a difference as Chelsea came out with more determination and secured a comfortable victory.
Player ratings
GK Robert Sánchez, 5 — Failed to set himself before Odobert’s goal but made a good save later in the game.
DF Levi Colwill, 6 — Got caught too high up the pitch for Burnley’s goal but defended well for the rest of the match.
DF Thiago Silva, 6 — Out of position for Burnley’s goal but solidified his defense afterward.
DF Axel Disasi 6 — Handled Burnley’s attacks comfortably and stayed in position.
DF Marc Cucurella, 5 — Struggled in an unfamiliar right-back role but defended adequately.
MF Moisés Caicedo, 6 — Made it difficult for Burnley to play through the middle.
MF Enzo Fernández, 6 — Linked play well in midfield but missed an opportunity to score.
MF Conor Gallagher, 7 — Provided a quality cross and assisted one of the goals.
FW Raheem Sterling, 9 — Created chances and contributed to three goals in the match.
FW Armando Broja, 5 –– Limited impact on the game due to lack of service.
FW Cole Palmer 7 — Scored a penalty and provided an assist.
Substitutes (players introduced after 70 minutes get no rating)
Nicolas Jackson (Broja, 46′), 6 — Provided direct runs and scored a goal.
Mykhailo Mudryk (Sterling, 83′), N/R — Brought on for the final moments of the game.
Ian Maatsen (Palmer, 86′), N/R — Substituted in the 86th minute.
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