A clinical attacking display gave Mauricio Pochettino’s side a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Seagulls and edged them closer to Europe. Chelsea may ultimately be the most confusing team in the Premier League this season, but Wednesday evening’s 2-1 victory over Brighton was a showing of confidence and composure for the most part – and a glimpse of what Mauricio Pochettino’s squad looks like at near-full strength.
Cole Palmer continued his ridiculously impressive debut campaign for the Blues, opening the scoring in the first half with a lovely flicked header. The assist, provided by ex-Brighton man Marc Cucurella, was just as good, as the Spaniard had one of his best performances of the season.
Mauricio Pochettino currently faces a somewhat uncertain future at Chelsea despite an upturn in form. Cole Palmer has attributed Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Brighton to Mauricio Pochettino. The 21-year-old midfielder fired the Blues to victory at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday evening, narrowing Erling Haaland’s lead in the Premier League Golden Boot race. Chelsea began in the ascendancy, with Marc Cucurella winning a penalty inside the opening quarter of an hour. Following a review from the Video Assistant Referee, Facundo Buonanotte was adjudged to have won the ball, so the west Londoners spot-kick was overturned.
The victory showcased Chelsea’s potential at near-full strength, with a clinical attacking display and contributions from standout performers including Cole Palmer and Marc Cucurella. This win brings Mauricio Pochettino’s side closer to Europe and reflects a showing of confidence and composure. With their latest impressive display, Chelsea continues to keep the league on its toes as they push forward in the Premier League.
