Chelsea’s recent run has left fans questioning head coach Liam Rosenior and the club’s ownership, with a series of disappointing performances that have put their Champions League hopes at serious risk.
The Blues have faced a nightmare stretch, suffering four consecutive defeats, including humiliating losses to PSG, which saw them knocked out of the Champions League, and defeats to Newcastle and Everton in the Premier League. Saturday’s 3-0 loss to Everton was especially worrying, as the team’s performance didn’t look like one that had the backing of its head coach. Fans are starting to wonder whether the players are fully committed to Rosenior’s methods.
It’s been a rough few weeks for Chelsea. In the 12 games since February 3, they’ve won only three times, against Wolves, Hull, and Aston Villa. With such poor form, the pressure on Rosenior is mounting. Since taking charge in January, his record stands at 10 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses across 19 matches. While it’s not disastrous, the club’s owners were surely expecting more.
Chelsea’s current form could cost them dearly. Missing out on Champions League football would be a massive blow, not only to the club’s prestige but also financially, with losses potentially totaling £100 million. This is especially concerning for a club that is already dealing with financial issues, having recorded the largest pre-tax loss in the history of English football, according to UEFA.
But it’s not just the results that are frustrating Chelsea fans. There is a growing disconnect between the supporters and the people running the club. The Chelsea faithful are used to a team with character, resilience, and leadership from world-class managers. The departure of Thomas Tuchel, the manager who led them to a Champions League win in 2021, still stings. Many fans feel the club has lost its identity and direction under the new ownership, especially with the emphasis on signing young players instead of experienced Premier League stars.
There’s also concern over the club’s decision-making in key areas, such as the goalkeeper position and the lack of an experienced centre-back. Furthermore, fans are unhappy with the calibre of managers brought in since Tuchel’s exit, with many feeling the club is no longer attracting the best in the game.
A group of frustrated fans are planning a protest before Chelsea’s upcoming home match against Manchester United on April 18, and they will be joined by supporters from Strasbourg, a club owned by the same group. The club needs a response on the pitch, and with crucial games coming up against Manchester City and United, Rosenior’s job could depend on it.
There’s still time for Chelsea to turn things around, but with each passing game, the pressure only grows. Fans are hoping their team can rediscover its old form before it’s too late.
