We should never be losing at home to Tottenham in the manner that we did, but we need to be self aware. It could be better, but we sit in a good position. A rollercoaster season is inevitable with a new manager who plays meticulous football (in a good way) at the helm. It’s important we respond in a positive manner by putting together a good performance against Liverpool. What are your early season thoughts? Should we be worried after the Tottenham result, or are we pretty calm?

Xabi Alonso single handedly ended Bayern Munich’s 11 year Bundesliga run with Leverkusen. All while going invincible. Xabi in “big” games is the LAST thing I’m worried about.

Look at the reactions under this post. PLEASE, do not let your emotions get the best of you. Xabi Alonso is the Manager we all wanted most and now, it’s up to us to back him through dire times. One loss won’t change my mind about him. Think objectively, not subjectively.

Supporters really think a Manager like Cesc Fabregas would want to manage Chelsea with “fans” reacting like this? Xabi Alonso has been at the helm for 10 games. This fear mongering is just used for interactions.

No matter what anyone says, Gaffer, I’ll be behind you until the VERY end.

This isn’t the “old” Clearlake that we’ve seen since they took over. In the summer, we saw statements of intent with the signings we were making. Morgan Rogers, Emi, Welbeck, Henderson, Palestra, etc… We’re clearly backing the Gaffer. Greatness takes TIME, which is what Xabi Alonso needs and deserves. Enough of this lack of composure nonsense. It’s okay to question Xabi, but to call for his job lest than 10 matches into the season is absurd.

This may not mean a lot to some, but how many red cards did we get last season and how many of our players actually apologized for their mistakes? Another great example of Xabi Alonso changing the culture around the Club, proving that we’re taking steps in the right direction.

I’m beyond frustrated with the Tottenham result, however, I’m not even close to thinking about Xabi Alonso needing to be sacked. Anyone who’s thinking along these lines right now is REALLY overreacting. We were just singing his praises less than a week ago and now, people are ready to jump ship. This is incredibly unhealthy for the Chelsea fanbase (and has been constant for years now). Look at the beginning of Xabi’s tenure with Bayer Leverkusen. It took them time to play his football, keep clean sheets, build consistency, etc. Support the squad through the highs AND lows.

Surely, I can expect Chelsea fans not to overreact by calling for Xabi Alonso to be sacked… Right?

João Pedro is our best player, man

Xabi Alonso is the only person to blame for that result. No, this doesn’t mean people need to be asking for him to be sacked (come on…), but questions need to be asked about that performance. We were dreadful. At home, to SPURS.

Before you have a go at Mike Penders, reminder that he’s a 21 y/o goalkeeper. Last weekend, he became the youngest goalkeeper to ever make an appearance in the Premier League for Chelsea. Unfair to the player to blame this result on him.

Poor from Xabi Alonso. Worst performance we’ve seen from his Chelsea. This one’s going to be REALLY hard to get over.

Mike Penders with a colossal first half, at least

Are we in agreement on that being the worst half of our season? We looked lost in possession. Out of possession, our press has been good enough to win this game (Tottenham playing out of this well at times). Other than that, though… Very poor.

Such an intriguing first half, tactically. Our press was really strong, but Tottenham did well at playing through said press, which left us wide open. We look clueless in possession, which isn’t something we’ve seen this season. To be honest, that half was all Tottenham. Tactical adjustments needed.

I’m GUTTED about the absence of João Pedro. Acheampong, Penders, and Quenda all starting in a HUGE game. I couldn’t be more excited for them. Henderson, Caicedo, etc. there to help them settle in. How are we feeling, Blues?

He has the IT factor. Incredible footballer. Generates a ridiculous amount of xG and is starting to convert these chances…. He’s only 25 y/o.

Nicolas Jackson is a player I will ALWAYS rate. He was treated too harshly by the majority of the Chelsea fanbase. Top player. Better than Liam Delap…

The way Xabi Alonso speaks in his pressers and interviews is very telling about what he’s trying to build at the Club. He’s always talking about mentality, ignoring statistics such as our home record against Tottenham, knowing we still have to prove ourselves this season, talking about how this past summer was a step in the right direction, but aware of the steps that still need to be taken regarding the squad (sign Alex Scott). It’s always a pleasure supporting Chelsea, but something feels different around the Club right now. The vibes are high.