Christian Pulisic has warned of reinforcing the mentality of Chelsea, to be tested in the wake of their 5–2 defeat at West Brom on Saturday.
Pulisic gave the Blues an edge in the first half of the clash at Stamford Bridge, but the spectators involved struggled to secure three points.
This is Chelsea’s first defeat in any competition since Leicester got the better of them in January 19 and Pulisic feels that his team needs a strong reaction as they prepare for some high-profile matches.
What has been said
“It’s a big test of our mindset. We’ve started some big games,” the 22-year-old, Who went with a hamstring injury, Told the club website.
“We are in good form before the international break and obviously we have come back and lost a game. We cannot afford that because we have a lot to play for in both the Premier League and the Champions League. We have to recharge now, refocus and regroup and come back stronger and be ready for the next game. “
Where does the loss leave Chelsea in the table?
Chelsea are still fourth in the Premier League, occupying the final place which guarantees a spot in the group stage of next season’s Champions League.
Pressure is building from the London side, however, with Tottenham, Liverpool and West Ham all trailing by two points. Everton are five points, but have two games on hand.
What next for Chelsea?
Thomas Tuchel’s team faced Porto on Wednesday in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-finals. He will return to Premier League duty next Saturday with a trip to Crystal Palace.
Chelsea are still in contention for the FA Cup with a semi-final against Manchester City scheduled for 17 April.
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