Chelsea Player Ratings vs Lincoln: Tyrique George shines as Filip Jorgensen falters
Tyrique George saved Chelsea's blushes with a goal and an assist, but goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen had a shocker in the absence of Robert Sanchez. Read on for a detailed analysis of Chelsea's Carabao Cup win over Lincoln City.
Tyrique George saved Chelsea's blushes with a goal and an assist but goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen had a shocker in the absence of Robert Sanchez. The Blues came from a goal down to knock Lincoln City out of the Carabao Cup with a 2-1 third round win but the Club World Cup champions were given a real scare. There will be plenty to ponder for Enzo Maresca, especially after a wretched first half.Chelsea appeared to have a hangover from their 2-1 loss to Manchester United at the weekend as Lincoln began in ferocious fashion. After Lewis Montsma's shot hit the post and the Blues survived a goalmouth scramble, the hosts deservedly took the lead in the 42nd minute when Rob Street pounced upon some shocking defending at the back.The west London outfit looked down and out at the break, but George's piledriver from the edge of the box levelled the scores in the 48th minute, and then Facundo Buonanotte made it 2-1 after waltzing by some would-be defenders two minutes later. Maresca's team never looked secure with their lead, particularly as Jorgensen was having a shocker in the Chelsea goal. But in the end, they just about squeaked past the League One team on Tuesday night to progress to the next round. GOAL rates Chelsea's players from LNER Stadium...
Chelsea Player Ratings vs Lincoln City
Chelsea faced a tough challenge against Lincoln City in the Carabao Cup third round, with goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen coming under intense scrutiny for his performance in the absence of Robert Sanchez. Despite a shaky start, Chelsea managed to secure a 2-1 victory, thanks to goals from Tyrique George and Facundo Buonanotte.
Tyrique George's Impact
Tyrique George was the standout performer for Chelsea on the night, as he scored a brilliant goal and provided an assist to help the Blues come from behind and secure a hard-fought victory. His energy and creativity were crucial in turning the tide in Chelsea's favor.
Filip Jorgensen's Struggles
In stark contrast to Tyrique George's heroics, goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen had a forgettable outing between the posts. His errors and shaky handling gave Lincoln City hope, and he will need to improve significantly if he is to challenge for a regular spot in the team.
Enzo Maresca's Considerations
The win over Lincoln City may have masked some underlying issues for Chelsea, particularly in defense and goalkeeping. Enzo Maresca will need to address these issues swiftly to ensure his team remains competitive in all competitions.
