In Chelsea’s 6-1 demolition of Middlesbrough, Cole Palmer showed his signature style of play while Axel Disasi had a good time at right back.
Chelsea advanced to the Carabao Cup final with a resounding victory against Middlesbrough.
Mauricio Pochettino’s team stormed to a 6-1 victory at Stamford Bridge, overcoming a 1-0 deficit from the first leg, and earning a trip to Wembley.
Cole Palmer, like he has done so frequently this season, was outstanding, scoring twice, while the young defender Axel Disasi also impressed, scoring once.
Although Middlesbrough had a terrible night, the spotlight was squarely on Chelsea’s well-balanced squad, who finally connected as a unit.
James Chester (4-2-3-1)
Sergej Djordjevic 7
Had no response to Boro’s late shot, but was equal to Rogers’s early effort with a fine save low to his right.
Eighth Axel Disasi
Returning to his role as right back, he had a good night. He not only scored himself, but also set up the opening goal with a run and cross.
Tháigo Silva
Challenged the Rogers on a few occasions, notably when booked, but displayed maturity in handling Boro’s dаnger man.
Colwill, Levi 7
Finding passing range wasn’t too difficult, and he provided Silva with a solid opponent. Had to demonstrate recovering skills on occasion to save Chelsea.
Eighth Ben Chilwell
Set the tone with early runs in behind in first start since September. Sad we didn’t get the penalty that would have given us the lead.
Marcelo Caicedo 7
Defended the middle region by marshaling it. Consistently got things done, kept things simple, and was always at the perfect spot at the right time.
Manuel Fernandez 8
Scored one goal, could have scored two. Contributed with impressive оffensive plays and completed a respectable amount of defensive effort.
Sterling, Raheem 7.5 The
His selflessness in setting up the goal that launched Chelsea’s comeback was the highlight. Was repeatedly made a threаt.
In 8.5, Cole Palmer appears.
Floated about in his signature technique, constantly trying to open up Boro. Two goals that he skillfully scored were his prize.
Mudryk Mykhailo 5
He skipped it. Got hooked during halftime. Things did not improve after Chilwell’s penalty appeal, and he was booked.
Alonso Broja 6
On the edge of the penalty area when the first two goals were scored, but failed to find the back of the net. Maybe he’ll just count himself unfortunate in that regard.
Replacement for Mudryk (46), Noni Madueke. 7
A. Gilchrist (in reference to Chilwell 65) 6
Conor Gallagher (in place of Broja 65) six
In place of Caicedo 72, Carney Chukwuemeka 6.5
Sterling 85 – Leo Castledine