Chelsea Earns 1 Point in Tense Showdown Against Bournemouth
Programme: English Premier League Football 2023/24
Competition day: Sunday 17 September 2023
Stadium: Vitality Stadium
Match result: Bournemouth 0-0 Chelsea
After suffering a tough 0-1 defeat against Nottingham Forest prior to the international break, Chelsea faced an uphill battle as they kicked off their match against Bournemouth at Vitality Stadium. Despite their numerous challenges, the away team managed to secure a point with several close attempts at scoring. In the end, the draw could be seen as a valuable outcome for Chelsea, rather than a loss.
Player Performances
Robert Sanchez – 8
An impressive save in the 18th minute prevented Danko Ottara’s shot from finding the back of the net. Sanchez continued his brilliant performance by using his feet to block Dominic Solanke’s shot in the 80th minute, ensuring Chelsea remained level with their opponents.
Levi Colville – 7
Colville showcased his skills at left back, leaving no room for mistakes. Although he was denied a goal from Sterling’s free-kick due to an offside ruling, his overall performance was solid.
Disasi Axel – 5
Axel provided strong defense and limited Bournemouth’s scoring opportunities in the first half. However, he experienced some inconsistencies and missed shots in the second half, which could have potentially jeopardized the team’s performance.
Thiago Silva – 6
As usual, Silva displayed his defensive expertise, commanding the game from the center. With Bournemouth’s strikers posing little threat, Silva’s performance was satisfactory, although it didn’t stand out significantly.
Malo Gusto – 6
Gusto effectively closed down the home team’s attacking options. His collaboration with Raheem Sterling in the offensive game was commendable, although he struggled with accuracy in his passes.
Lesley Ugochukwu – 6
Ugochukwu took care of the defensive responsibilities in midfield, showcasing strong tackling skills. However, his involvement in the game was limited, and despite starting in the first league game, he didn’t make a significant impact.
Connor Gallagher – 7
Wearing the captain’s armband, Gallagher exhibited an enhanced offensive game compared to previous matches. Coming close to scoring in the first half-hour, he narrowly missed the opportunity. With a little more luck, he could have been the hero of the match for Chelsea.
Mikailo Mudric – 5
Mudric demonstrated speed and agility but failed to pose a significant threat to the opposing team’s defense. He was substituted in the second half.
Enzo Fernandez – 5
Fernandez remained relatively neutral throughout the game. Although he had a chance to take a shot early on, it was easily saved by the goalkeeper. He gradually faded from the game, lacking the prominence of players like Connor Gallagher.
Raheem Sterling – 6
Sterling’s game was slightly hindered by receiving a yellow card in the 3rd minute. He made an overall positive impact, with his free-kick at the beginning of the second half nearly securing the lead for Chelsea. The ball hit the post, denying him a goal.
Nicholas Jackson – 5
Jackson’s shot from outside the penalty area came close to giving Chelsea the lead, hitting the outside post. However, he failed to pose a significant threat to the home defense, resulting in a disappointing performance.
Cole Palmer (substitute for Mikailo Mudric 63) – 6
Palmer was brought onto the field in the last half-hour, with high hopes of bringing something special to the game. However, he struggled to adjust to the pace of the match and integrate with his teammates effectively.
Ben Chilwell (substitute for Levi Colville 80) – 6
Chilwell had limited time on the field as an unexpected substitute. He had minimal involvement in the game, touching the ball only a few times.
Jan Maatzen (substitute for Enzo Fernandez 81) – 6
Maatzen showed glimpses of his quality after being brought on late in the game. He could have contributed more with a longer appearance.
Chelsea’s performance against Bournemouth showcased both strengths and areas for improvement. The team managed to secure a point in what was considered a challenging away game. With further adjustments, Chelsea will aim to secure victories in their upcoming matches.
Related tags
- English Premier League Football 2023/24
- Football matches
- Chelsea
- Bournemouth
- Match analysis
Programme: English Premier League Football 2023/24
Competition day: Sunday 17 September 2023
Stadium: Vitality Stadium
Match result: Bournemouth 0-0 Chelsea
Following a 0-1 loss to Nottingham Forest before the international break. Chelsea Kicking off at the Vitality Stadium with a team that has many problems. And although they had the chance to hit the post 2 times, they almost penetrated the nearby net 2 times as well. In the end, it would probably be considered 1 point gained from the away game. It wasn’t a 2 point loss at all.
Robert Sanchez – 8
An important save from Danko Ottara’s shot in the 18th minute helped keep the team from falling behind. As in the 80th minute, he used his feet to block Dominic Solanke’s shot which was about to reach the goal.
Levi Colville – 7
Amazing start at left back. But it is considered that there are no mistakes in play to worry about. Including sending the ball into the net from Sterling’s repeated free-kick early in the second half, but it was ruled out for offside.
Disasi Axel – 5
Take strong care of the area And limit the home team’s chance to score quite well in the first half. But in the second half, there were some swings and some missed shots that almost ruined the team as well.
Thiago Silva – 6
Being in the middle of the defensive game as usual. And this game is not considered a difficult task, with the Bournemouth striker not too dangerous. Overall it’s not bad. But it doesn’t stand out.
Malo Gusto – 6
There was little space left open for the home side to attack. But the attacking game was considered a good place for the injured Reece James, coordinating with Raheem Sterling throughout, but he was not very accurate when passing the ball.
Lesley Ugochukwu – 6
Take care of the defensive game in midfield. Plays the game from tackle and breaks quite well. But he is not considered to have much to do with the game. Even starting in the first league game is not considered bad.
Connor Gallagher – 7
Wear the captain’s armband on the field. and move up to add a higher offensive game than before With the opportunity to look closely It was almost a goal on half an hour. But he narrowly missed being saved. Rumor has it that with a little more luck, you could be a hero at the Victory Gate too.
Mikailo Mudric – 5
Shows speed and agility only. There could be no greater danger to the visiting team’s defence. Until the first was eliminated in the second half
Enzo Fernandez – 5
placed in the hateful neutrality as before. There was a chance to pull the trigger in the first 2 minutes, but it fell easily into the goalkeeper’s hands. After that, he was considered to have disappeared from the game, not as prominently as Connor Gallagher.
Raheem Sterling – 6
The game was cut short until he received a yellow card very quickly in the 3rd minute, causing him to try not to foul again after that. But the overall picture is still considered good. Should have broken the net for Chelsea to take the lead from a free kick at the start of the second half. The ball flew and kissed the post.
Nicholas Jackson – 5
He narrowly took the lead from a shot outside the penalty area that rolled onto the outside post. But then they didn’t pose much of a threat to the home defence. Overall, it’s still a disappointing game.
Cole Palmer (in place of Mikailo Mudrik 63) – 6
He was sent down in the last half hour. With the hope that we can go down and create something special. But it seems I need to adjust my rhythm to be able to hang out with lots of new friends.
Ben Chilwell (in place of Levi Coville 80) – 6
There was not much time in the field. Because he was unexpectedly dropped as a reserve. And when he went down, he only touched the ball a few times.
Jan Maatzen (in place of Enzo Fernandez, 81) – 6
Nice flashing too at the end of being sent down. Which is true with quality He should have been in the field a little longer.
FBL-ENG-PR-BOURNEMOUTH-CHELSEA / Ben Stansall/GettyImages
Related tags
#Rating #Chelseas #players #Premier #League #game #game #drawing #Bournemouth #Player #Ratings
