Chelsea’s season took another step backwards as they suffered a dismal 2-0 defeat to a resurgent Everton side. Everton are looking to move away from the Premier League relegation places following their recent ten-point deduction. One of the worst offenders was striker Armando Broja, who looked an isolated figure during the defeat.
The Blues now currently occupy 12th spot in the league table having won just five matches all season and the pressure will surely be on Mauricio Pochettino heading into the hectic festive season.
The Argentinian was let down by a whole host of players during the clash as the Stamford Bridge outfit failed to get a foothold in the game.
Armando Broja’s game against Everton in numbers:
The youngster got the nod ahead of Nicolas Jackson to lead the line for the Blues on Sunday. However, he didn’t exactly enjoy the most fruitful of matches, it must be said.
He managed just one shot during the tie – which was off target – while he lost possession seven times. Moreover, he won just one duel from six attempts, failing to demonstrate his true attacking talents.
Broja managed to make just five passes all match against the Toffees along with taking only 16 touches. However, this certainly backs up the notion that he was severely isolated in the Chelsea attack. Moreover, James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite overwhelmed him.
The striker was given a rating of 6/10 for his performance by the Evening Standard. However, ahead of the tie against Sheffield United on Saturday, Pochettino should replace him for someone else.
The Chelsea star to replace Armando Broja:
In Broja’s defence, he had started just twice in the Premier League before the Everton clash, scoring once. Yet with the game against the Blades looking like a must-win. However, they should unleash Jackson from the start.
The summer signing hasn’t been quite as consistent as many would have hoped. However he has found the back of the net on seven occasions, including a hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur last month.
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