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Back to EpisodesCHELSEA POST-MATCH: Can't Bridge the Billion Pound Gap
Published 1 year ago
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Unfortunately, Everton could not sell a hotel or it's women's team to fund talent to overcome the tactical and performance challenges at Stamford Bridge, as the Toffees fell 1-0 to Champion's League-aspiring Chelsea.
Despite a 30-match winless streak at the Bridge and a daunting billion-dollar net spend gap, the Toffees showed fight, with tactical shifts and a couple of standout moments keeping the contest close. The trio dives into Nicolas Jackson's decisive goal, Jordan Pickford's clutch saves, and the promising debut of the Jared Branthwaite-Jake O'Brien center-back pairing.
They tackle the tactical mismatch, Nathan Patterson's tough day against Madueke, and Charly Alcaraz's lively second-half cameo, while questioning the malaise around a predictably tough fixture. They then reflect on Everton's brutal April, debate goal responsibility (it's not what you think!), and look ahead to a lighter final four matches, including a preview of Ipswich at Goodison—where you might spot Shan on Merseyside!
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