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Chelsea's manager, Enzo Maresca, acknowledged that his team was “not good enough” following their 2-1 defeat to Sunderland in the Premier League on Saturday.
The Blues were aware that a victory would elevate them to second place in the standings.
They initially took the lead within the first five minutes, thanks to Alejandro Garnacho’s impressive solo goal, but Sunderland equalized in the 22nd minute with a goal from Wilson Isidor.
The Black Cats secured their win with a counterattack goal in stoppage time, scored by Chemsdine Talbi.
After the match, Maresca stated: “Overall, we were not good enough. When you are not performing adequately in the Premier League, the consequences can be severe.
“I have mentioned many times that when you cannot secure a win, it’s crucial to avoid losing. This is not a transition phase; during a transition, you might be open or face a one-on-one situation. Instead, we were two against one with the two central defenders. We failed to defend properly.
“The first goal resulted from a throw-in. It’s challenging to manage because they send six, seven, or eight players into the six-yard box, making it tough to defend. But overall, I believe we were not good enough.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Chelsea's manager say about the team's performance?
Enzo Maresca stated that the team was “not good enough” and highlighted the importance of avoiding losses when a win is not possible.
What were the key moments in the match against Sunderland?
Chelsea took an early lead with a goal from Alejandro Garnacho, but Sunderland equalized with a goal from Wilson Isidor and later won with a stoppage-time goal from Chemsdine Talbi.
