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Fans Chelsea kecewa dengan susunan pemain Enzo Maresca untuk laga melawan Atalanta.
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Susunan pemain yang dipilih Maresca menuai kritik tajam dari penggemar di media sosial.
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Meski formasi kontroversial, laga melawan Atalanta jadi kesempatan Chelsea buktikan kualitas.
Chelsea fans express frustration over Enzo Maresca's lineup choices for the match against Atalanta.
Chelsea fans are expressing their frustration with manager Enzo Maresca following the announcement of the starting XI for the UEFA Champions League match against Atalanta. The lineup has left many supporters feeling pessimistic about the outcome, even before the kickoff whistle blows.
In goal, Robert Sanchez retains his position, but the defense sees a couple of changes. Josh Acheampong steps in for Malo Gusto at right-back, while Benoit Badiashile replaces Wesley Fofana in central defense. Trevoh Chalobah and Marc Cucurella maintain their places from the previous goalless draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Reece James continues his role in midfield, partnering with Moises Caicedo for the evening. Enzo Fernandez has been pushed forward into a more attacking role, with Cole Palmer missing out. The wings are manned by Pedro Neto and Jamie Gittens, while Joao Pedro leads the attack.
Fan Reactions to the Lineup
The reaction from Chelsea fans has been overwhelmingly negative. Many believe that Maresca has made a significant error in his selection. On social media, fans voiced their discontent, with some questioning if the lineup was a joke, while others predicted a loss.
William Meulenkamp tweeted, "Is this a joke??? Do Enzo know it’s a must-win game." Another fan, Abassdegem, expressed disbelief, "What type of Line up is this? Prepared to come back home with defeat." The sentiment was echoed by others, with comments like "Yeah, we're just losing" and "Why u not playing Garnacho when he’s our best winger? Stupid manager."
Maresca's Pre-Match Comments
In the pre-match press conference, Maresca discussed his squad choices, highlighting the availability of Reece James and Wesley Fofana. He mentioned the absence of Liam, who has been out for two months, and the need to find solutions in his absence.
Maresca stated, "We try to find a solution, knowing that Liam is an important player for us because we know that he needs to play games to get fit and better and better." Despite the challenges, Maresca remains focused on finding the right combination for success.
Chelsea's recent form has been less than ideal, with the team winless in their last three matches, including draws against Arsenal and AFC Bournemouth, and a loss to Leeds United in the Premier League.
Despite the current struggles, former Ivory Coast star Salomon Kalou remains optimistic about Chelsea's chances in the UEFA Champions League. He believes that the team has the quality to succeed in European competitions, citing their performance in the Club World Cup.
Kalou stated, "Chelsea. They’ve shown in the Club World Cup that they can beat anyone on their day. Of course, there are other strong teams, but Chelsea have the quality to go deep in Europe."
As Chelsea prepares to face Atalanta, who are currently 10th in the UEFA Champions League table, fans hope for a turnaround in fortunes. The Blues are seventh, and a victory could boost their standing in the competition.
In conclusion, while the lineup has sparked controversy among fans, the game against Atalanta presents an opportunity for Chelsea to prove their critics wrong and demonstrate their potential on the European stage.
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