Chelsea attacker who created no chances in Fulham loss was fortunate to play the full 90 minutes
Chelsea suffered their third Premier League defeat of the season in a disappointing home loss to Fulham on Boxing Day.
The Blues hosted their local rivals at Stamford Bridge in what was expected to be an exciting encounter. However, the festive mood quickly turned grim as Chelsea fell to a 2-1 defeat.
The game began well for Chelsea, with Cole Palmer opening the scoring after a brilliant solo effort. Palmer’s dazzling run, where he weaved past several defenders before finishing calmly with a side-footed shot, drew comparisons to club legend Eden Hazard. Fans were impressed by his skill and creativity.
Despite taking the lead, Chelsea lost control of the match in the final stages. Fulham’s Harry Wilson and Rodrigo Muniz scored late goals, completing a remarkable turnaround and securing all three points for the visitors, leaving the Stamford Bridge crowd in silence.
The match raised concerns about Chelsea’s tactics and substitutions. Manager Enzo Maresca made just one change, bringing on Christopher Nkunku for Nicolas Jackson late in the game. Critics questioned why adjustments weren’t made earlier, especially as Fulham began to dominate and shift the game’s momentum.
One player who faced criticism was Jadon Sancho, who played the full 90 minutes despite an underwhelming performance. The 24-year-old winger, who has recently been praised for his creativity and attacking threat, struggled to make an impact against Fulham and seemed invisible at times. Many felt he was lucky to stay on the pitch for the entire match.
Overall, it was a frustrating evening for Chelsea, with both individual and team performances falling short.
