After Moises Caicedo’s display against Leeds Chelsea fans are saying the same thing
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!In a pivotal clash last night, Moises Caicedo played a key role in propelling Chelsea to a significant 3-2 triumph over Leeds United in the FA Cup’s fifth round.
Despite the disappointment lingering from their Sunday League Cup final defeat, Chelsea rallied to secure a narrow victory in a closely contested match against the formidable Championship side, Leeds. The hero of the hour was Conor Gallagher, emerging from the bench to net a dramatic 90th-minute winner for the hosts at Stamford Bridge.
Up next, Chelsea is set for a home showdown in the FA Cup quarter-finals against Leicester City. Moises Caicedo, who endured a full 120 minutes against Liverpool just days earlier, displayed remarkable resilience by completing another full game against Leeds.
The 22-year-old midfielder, often under scrutiny due to his hefty price tag, consistently delivers commendable performances that tend to go unnoticed by the media. From our perspective, he stands out as one of the few Chelsea stars who can take pride in their individual performances from the previous night.
According to Joe Cole, speaking via The Liverpool Echo last month, Caicedo has shown steady improvement during his debut season at Stamford Bridge. The latest match served as another testament to his prowess in the heart of the midfield.
Chelsea enthusiasts on social media showered praise on Moises Caicedo, expressing particular admiration for his exceptional passing skills. Many were quick to highlight the midfielder’s superb ball progression throughout the game. Notably, his impeccably weighted pass played a crucial role in setting up a first-half goal for Nicolas Jackson.
One fervent supporter exclaimed, “Caicedo, a true baller! Lovely assist. His passing upfront is too sleek, a proper box-to-box player.” Another echoed similar sentiments, stating, “Caicedo’s passing in the final third is brilliant when he’s pushed up higher. Having a good season as a 6, but we could utilize him a bit more.”
A consensus among Chelsea fans emerged regarding the need to deploy Caicedo in a more advanced role. One supporter declared, “It’s actually criminal to not play Caicedo as an 8. His passing is too good around the box.”
As enthusiasm for Caicedo’s performance reverberated, supporters expressed anticipation for further growth, with one saying, “Caicedo is really growing, fast and strong. His passing game has always been strong. We might see the best of him when he gets to play a bit further up when Lavia returns from injury.”
In a lighthearted remark, another fan concluded, “Caicedo is lowkey a better passer than Enzo, and I don’t know how to feel about this information.”
