Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has analyzed their 1-0 loss to Middlesbrough in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
The Blues struggled to assert dominance over the hosts and squandered several significant opportunities, with Cole Palmer notably culpable. Hayden Hackney’s first-half goal ultimately proved decisive, setting the stage for the return leg at Stamford Bridge.
Reflecting on the performance, Pochettino remarked, “Discussing our display is challenging. We made some errors that led to punishment, resulting in their goal.
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Breaking down their defense was difficult, and though we created chances, our lack of clinical finishing was evident. Now, our focus shifts to Fulham [on Saturday], and thereafter, we must prepare for the second leg.” Pochettino shared these thoughts with BBC Radio 5 Live.