During the first half of the match, Chelsea found themselves trailing 1-0 and were unable to muster a single shot on target at the LNER Stadium. The League One side demonstrated their skill and determination, catching the Blues off guard and dominating the pitch.

Following the match, Malo Gusto didn't mince words when discussing his team's performance. He described their play as 'childish,' likening it to a group of kids playing in the park. The Chelsea star acknowledged that they were 'bullied' by Lincoln and expressed disappointment in their inability to control the game.

Manager Enzo Maresca shared similar sentiments, expressing concern over Chelsea's lackluster display against a lower-tier opponent. He emphasized the need for improvement in key areas and vowed to address the team's shortcomings in training.