Premier League – Chelsea v Leicester
Chelsea wrapped up their 2021 – 2022 Premier League season at Stamford Bridge last night with a lack luster one all draw against former Premier League Champions Leicester City.
A crowd of just over 31, 000 also included the club’s prospective new owner, Tod Boely watching in the stands.
Despite enjoying the lions share of the possession – the blues fell behind to a James Maddison thunderbolt strike in the sixth minute.
James Madison Goal
The World Champions were though level on 35 minutes with a well worked move that saw Marcus Alonso score the equalizer.
Marcus Alonso Goal
The second half was all Chelsea who missed a hat full of chances to win the match.
Foxes manager Brendan Rogers admitted after the game that his side had come up against a quality side and it was a point well learnt.
With everything that’s gone on at the West London club on and off the pitch this year, Chelsea Head Coach Thomas Tuchel was asked if this season ranks as one of the most challenging in his time as a club manager?
Thomas Tuchel - Hard Season
The Chelsea Head Coach admitted that fine margins had played a part in many results this year. He was then asked what needed to change for next season?
Thomas Tuchel - Closing The Gap
Whilst Stamford wasn’t full for the last home game, the Chelsea fans showed their appreciation of the team unfurling banners of Mason Mont and Thomas Tuchel!
Thomas Tuchel - Banners
Moving to off the pitch activities, the Head Coach was asked for his thoughts on Tod Boely who was at Stamford Bridge to watch the game.
Thomas Tuchel - New Owners
And what about the future of Kepa Arrizabalaga – Chelsea’s former No. 1 goalkeeper? Has there been a conversation?
Thomas Tuchel - Goal Keepers
Throughout his post match conference, Thomas Tuchel constantly referred to N’Golo Kante as one of Chelsea’s top stars. He was asked if Reece James was also now in that bracket?
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