As reported by 90 Minutes, Chelsea’s recent substantial financial investments heightened expectations for their squad ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final. Facing an injured Liverpool team, missing key players like Darwin Nunez, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Mohamed Salah, provided a boost to the Blues’ confidence entering the championship clash.
Despite having promising moments at Wembley, Chelsea faltered when it mattered most, allowing a somewhat weakened Liverpool side to secure a 1-0 victory in extra time. Here are the player ratings from 90 Minutes, highlighting the best and worst performers for Chelsea in the cup final defeat:
Best Player for Chelsea against Liverpool:
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Cole Palmer: 7.5
While Cole Palmer may not have consistently been Chelsea’s standout player this season, his performance in the Carabao Cup final showcased his aggressiveness, with five shots on goal and 87 touches. Palmer emerged as the most potent attacking threat in the closing stages of the game, attempting to score and outshining his attacking teammates.
Worst Player for Chelsea against Liverpool:
Mykhailo Mudryk: 4/10
With only eleven touches, four lost duels, two accurate passes, and zero accurate crosses, Mykhailo Mudryk had a forgettable extra-time performance. Despite being one of the players with a hefty price tag, Mudryk’s contribution did not match expectations, making him one of Chelsea’s least effective players in the cup final.
Axel Disasi: 4/10
Having set high expectations with an outstanding performance against Manchester City, Axel Disasi underperformed in the Carabao Cup final, particularly losing Virgil van Dijk prior to the decisive goal. Disasi’s day fell short of expectations, and his rating reflects a performance that didn’t meet the standards set in the previous encounter against Manchester City.