Chelsea's Set Piece Struggles Exposed in Brentford Loss
Chelsea's 3-0 defeat to Brentford on Friday evening has left the Blues on a three-match winless run in the Premier League, according to ESPN Soccer. Xabi Alonso, Chelsea's manager, has acknowledged that his team lost control against Brentford, agreeing with captain Levi Colwill that they were bullied in set pieces.
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Chelsea's inconsistency has been a major concern, with Alonso stating that they have dropped their competitive mentality in the second half. The team's inability to keep their level throughout the game has been a recurring issue, with Alonso highlighting the need for improvement in game management. Colwill also pointed out that Chelsea were being bullied at set pieces, which led to them conceding goals.
Alonso believes that Chelsea need to work on their overall performance, not just in set pieces, but also in duels, defence, and build-up play. He acknowledged that it takes time for the team to feel fully competitive, but they are not there yet.
