Match overview
Chelsea and Wrexham played out a 2-2 draw in a game that showcased both the strengths and weaknesses of Premier League giants Chelsea. Given that Wrexham play in League One, the result and performance may not be entirely satisfactory for Chelsea fans and the coaching staff. Despite the dominance in the statistics, Chelsea failed to capitalize on their superior quality and turn it into a clear victory.
Ball possession and Passing game
Chelsea had 75% of possession and completed 767 passes compared to Wrexham’s 254. This shows Chelsea’s ability to control play and hold the ball, but also some ineffectiveness in creating decisive chances from this possession. High passing accuracy from players such as Wesley Fofana (97%) and Benoît Badiashile (95%) underlines the team’s technical prowess, but a better translation of this into offensive threats is needed.
Offensive Efficiency
Chelsea created more chances than Wrexham, with two good chances and 11 shots in total. Christopher Nkunku was prominent with his goal and high activity in ground duels, while Reece James contributed two key passes and hit the crossbar. Despite this, Chelsea only managed to score two goals, which points to an ineffectiveness in the closing stages, especially given the difference in quality between the two teams.
Defensive Stability
Defensively, Chelsea were solid, but not without flaws. Tosin Adarabioyo and Wesley Fofana were reliable in aerial duels and breakaways, but the team still conceded two goals against a League One side. This suggests that there is room for improvement, especially when it comes to dealing with counter-attacks and defensive turnovers.
Goalkeeper game
Both Robert Sánchez and Lucas Bergström did a solid job in goal with good saves and high passing accuracy. With only two saves needed, they showed stability, but were not tested to their full potential by Wrexham.
Tactical Analysis
Chelsea showed a clear superiority in possession and passing, but their inability to translate this advantage into more goals is worrying. Offensively, the team created chances but were not clinical enough in the finishes. Defensively, Chelsea need to improve their concentration and handling of counter-attacks, especially when facing teams from lower divisions.
Conclusion
Considering the difference in quality between Premier League side Chelsea and League One side Wrexham, the 2-2 result is not impressive for Chelsea. Despite dominance in possession and passing, the match showed inefficiency in both finishing and defensive turnovers. Chelsea need to convert their technical prowess and possession into more decisive attacking performances and stronger defensive organisation.
Player Ratings:
Christopher Nkunku – 7.5/10
Scored a goal and had high passing accuracy (93%). Active in ground duels and contributed offensively.
Reece James – 7/10
Very high passing accuracy (96%), created two key passes and hit the goal frame. Be active both defensively and offensively.
Lesley Ugochukwu – 7/10
Scored a goal and had high passing accuracy (94%). Was effective in ground duels but lost possession a few times.
Benoît Badiashile – 6.5/10
High pass security (95%) and a clearance. Did its job without particularly excelling.
Lucas Bergström – 6.5/10
Made a save and had good passing accuracy (93%). Had more successful tackles than Sánchez, giving him a higher rating.
Roméo Lavia – 6.5/10
High passing accuracy (95%) and won several ground duels. However, was not as effective in dribbling and aerial duels.
Marc Guiu – 6.5/10
Assisted a goal and had high passing accuracy (90%). Lost possession a few times, but created good chances.
Wesley Fofana – 6.5/10
Very high passing accuracy (97%) and good in ground duels. Was solid defensively and contributed with breaks.
Ben Chilwell – 6.5/10
High passing accuracy (93%) and created a good chance. Was stable both defensively and offensively.
Raheem Sterling – 6.5/10
Good passing accuracy (88%) and created two key passes. However, missed a good chance and lost possession several times.
Andrey Santos – 6.5/10
High passing accuracy (92%) and good in ground duels. Contributed both defensively and offensively.
Armando Broja – 6.5/10
Assisted a goal and had high passing accuracy (92%). Lost possession a few times and had no offensive dribbles.
Robert Sanchez – 6/10
Played only 45 minutes and made one save and had high passing accuracy (89%). No major mistakes but no decisive actions either.
Tosin Adarabioyo – 6/10
High passing accuracy (97%) and good in aerial duels (2 out of 2). However, he was not as active defensively with only one interception and one tackle.
Levi Colwill – 6/10
High passing accuracy (90%) and won his ground duels, but lost possession many times (7) and did not contribute much offensively.
Carney Chukwuemeka – 6/10
Played the whole match with good passing accuracy (85%) and managed a few dribbles. However, his defensive contributions were limited and he lost possession often (9 times).
Josh Acheampong – 6/10
High passing accuracy (89%) and won several aerial duels. However, had some ball losses and few offensive contributions.
Malo Wants – 6/10
Good passing accuracy (90%) and a key pass, but lost possession several times and didn’t contribute much offensively.
Noni Madueke – 5.5/10
Good in ground duels and had a key pass, but low pass accuracy (70%) and lost possession many times (7).
Angelo – 5.5/10
Low pass security (75%) and lost possession many times (10). Didn’t contribute much offensively or defensively.
Tyrique George – 5/10
Had low passing accuracy (75%) and lost possession many times (10). Didn’t contribute much offensively or defensively.
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