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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Edward Elliot

Liam Rosenior faces fan fury as Chelsea suffer fifth defeat in a row

  • Chelsea's hopes of Champions League qualification suffered a significant setback following a 3-0 thrashing away to fellow European hopefuls Brighton.
  • The defeat extended Chelsea's top-flight losing run to five games, with the team failing to register a single attempt on target during an insipid display.
  • Brighton's goals were scored by Ferdi Kadioglu, Jack Hinshelwood, and substitute Danny Welbeck, which saw them leapfrog Chelsea into sixth place in the Premier League table.
  • Manager Liam Rosenior was subjected to X-rated chants from travelling supporters in the second half, highlighting the growing pressure on him.
  • Chelsea were without key attacking players Cole Palmer, Estevao, and Joao Pedro due to injury, contributing to their goal drought and poor performance.

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‘Pathetic’ Chelsea hit 114-year low as Brighton go above them in Premier League - reaction

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