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Newcastle United 2-0 Chelsea [LCR4] (30/10/24)


Yorkie

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They may have made 11 changes. But they have some very good and very expensive players on the pitch. Our back 4 is nowhere near full strength and we’ve rotated the midfield. 
 

It was a near perfect performance for 30-35. They were always going to have spells in the game. 

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Lot of encouraging signs, not least the two goals. Pressed effectively and well-balanced. Lost momentum after goal 2 and Chelsea started easily crowding us. Feel like we need to continue forcing the issue where we can because if we give them loads of the ball they'll force more chances. 

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That first goal was a delight to see, not because it was an aesthetically pleasing goal, but because its us doing what we've been so good at over the last few years, and has been missing this year. They've had the odd chance, and we've had to do the occasional bit of last ditch defending but Pope hasnt really been tested. 

 

Out balance in midfield looks so much better too, I know its not fashionable, but Longstaff adds a layer of stability when he plays and complements the other players, Tonali has also looked good in that central CM role, and has noticable been sitting a bit deeper at times, his one touch passing is quality at times.

 

Personally It'd like to see a Longstaff - Bruno - Tonali midfield at some point, feels like it'd have a decent balance too it. 

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