Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino expressed his frustration after his team was held to a 2-2 draw by Sheffield United, the bottom side in the league.
Despite taking the lead twice through goals from Thiago Silva and Noni Madueke, Chelsea failed to hold on and conceded a late equalizer from Oli McBurnie.
Pochettino criticized his team’s maturity, stating that they may not be ready to compete in games every three days.
He emphasized that building a team is a process that takes time, and it is not a magic solution.
Pochettino is under pressure to deliver results and show improvements in performances, especially after being backed heavily in the transfer market.
Reflecting on the match, Pochettino acknowledged that Chelsea had possession but failed to create enough chances. He highlighted the need to find a balance between scoring goals and not conceding too many.
Pochettino admitted that the team has been more clinical in front of goal but has struggled defensively in recent months. Looking ahead, Pochettino emphasized the importance of analyzing the squad at the end of the season and identifying areas for improvement.
He expressed the need to add players who can enhance the team’s capabilities for the next season.
On the other side, Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder believed his team deserved a point and praised their performance after a slow start. He commended the midfield’s contribution and expressed satisfaction with the overall display.
Despite the disappointment of dropping points, Pochettino acknowledged the effort and character shown by his players.
He recognized the challenges of a demanding Premier League schedule and urged his team to dig deep and find that extra determination to secure positive results.
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