Bulls***!’ He needs to be on the bench if Chelsea wants to win trophy this Season- Alan Shearer ‘angry’ with Chelsea FLOP after an Awful performance yesterday against Leicester that almost cost them the FA Cup Semi Final.
Alan Shearer was incensed and bewildered after Raheem Sterling intervened to prevent Cole Palmer from taking a penalty in Chelsea’s thrilling FA Cup quarter-final triumph over Leicester City. The match began with Chelsea leading 1-0 courtesy of Marc Cucurella’s early goal, and they had an opportunity to extend their advantage when Sterling was fouled in the box midway through the first half. Despite Palmer’s impeccable penalty record this season, he yielded the spot-kick to Sterling following a brief disagreement. Regrettably, Sterling’s feeble effort was thwarted by Leicester’s goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk. Although Palmer managed to score a second goal just before halftime, Leicester mounted a strong comeback in the second half. Despite being reduced to ten men, Leicester nearly forced the game into extra time, but Chelsea secured their spot in the semi-finals with late goals from Carney Chukwuemeka and Noni Madueke. Shearer criticized Sterling’s decision, questioning why he intervened when Palmer had a flawless penalty record and exuded confidence. Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards suggested that Sterling might have been seeking to boost his confidence, but Shearer dismissed this, emphasizing the significance of the FA Cup quarter-finals. Arsenal veteran Martin Keown also condemned Sterling for overriding Palmer. However, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino played down the incident, stating that Palmer willingly passed the ball to Sterling, highlighting their strong bond from their time at Manchester City.
The FA Cup quarter-final clash between Chelsea and Leicester City showcased intense drama and controversy. Despite Chelsea’s early lead and subsequent opportunities to widen the gap, Raheem Sterling’s intervention during a crucial penalty kick stole the spotlight. Alan Shearer’s frustration mirrored the sentiments of many fans and pundits, who questioned Sterling’s decision to override Cole Palmer, a player renowned for his penalty prowess. While Leicester City put up a valiant fight, Chelsea ultimately emerged victorious with late goals securing their place in the semi-finals. The incident has ignited debate and scrutiny, underscoring the high stakes and passion surrounding FA Cup fixtures. With the semi-final matchups now determined, anticipation mounts as Chelsea prepares to face Manchester City, while Manchester United gears up for a clash against Coventry City.
