Chelsea secured an easy win against Southampton, but the night at Stamford Bridge was anything but ordinary. Fans protested against the club’s ownership before kickoff, creating a tense atmosphere in the stadium. As the first half progressed, Chelsea’s slow and passive play only made things worse.
Chelsea lacked urgency in their match against a weak Southampton team, and the home crowd became frustrated. But Filip Jorgensen, the goalkeeper, was the one at the center of the frustration. There was tension in the stadium each time he got the ball. The crowd were uncomfortable because he appeared nervous, and the tension only increased when he insisted on passing short rather than clearing the ball far.
After the game, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca admitted that Jorgensen was only following strict orders—because he had no other choice
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