“Start him he will win you double goal” – Pochettino told to start incoming 22-year-old star against Manchester City
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Mauricio Pochettino faces the task of assessing the lessons learned from Chelsea’s 4-1 victory over Tottenham on Monday night. While the scoreline suggests dominance, the win was far from straightforward as the Blues struggled against nine men.
Before the match, any result against the league’s only unbeaten side would have been considered significant. However, the post-match feeling is that there are still areas that need improvement before the next game on Sunday, where Chelsea faces Manchester City in another challenging fixture.
During the match against Tottenham, one player who appeared to be struggling was Axel Disasi. His place in the starting lineup for the upcoming game cannot be assured. With Benoit Badiashile nearing full fitness, Pochettino might consider giving the Frenchman his first Premier League start of the season against the treble winners.
Badiashile’s readiness for the match is further supported by his recent performance. He started and played for an hour during the League Cup win over Blackburn last week, even finding the net to open the scoring.
In the upcoming game, it’s likely that Badiashile would partner with the experienced Thiago Silva, who has been a constant presence in the Premier League this season. Silva’s impact and experience at the back were evident on Monday night when the younger players seemed to struggle under pressure, and his contributions were appreciated by the manager.
A defensive pairing of Silva and Badiashile could prove optimal for Chelsea when they face Manchester City on Sunday, providing a blend of experience and youthful energy in their backline.
