Chelsea supporters were left stunned after a shocking 3-1 defeat away at Leeds , a result that felt like a step back following the team's resilient 1-1 draw against Arsenal just days earlier. Against the Gunners, Chelsea played most of the match with 10 men and earned praise for their determination, grit, and fighting spirit a performance fans were genuinely proud of .
Yet, last night's outing was a different story, as the Blues looked disjointed, inconsistent, and unable to carry forward any of that momentum.
The frustration was compounded by the manager's selection choices and squad rotation. While Maresca experimented with lineups and roles, fans feared that these constant tinkering and questionable substitutions were costing Chelsea dearly in matches they should be winning.