“STOP THE BLAME, I AM NOT THE PROBLEM”, “Raheem Sterling breaks silence after three-word Chelsea chant and penalty miss-Sterling has his say on yesterday 😱
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After the match against Leicester City, Raheem Sterling addressed Chelsea supporters. Despite the Blues securing a place in the FA Cup semifinals on Sunday, Sterling faced challenges during the game.
In the first half, after being fouled for a penalty, the Chelsea forward opted to take the spot-kick himself instead of Cole Palmer, the designated taker. However, Sterling’s attempt to place the ball in the middle was thwarted by Leicester’s goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk, who easily saved the shot aimed to his right.
Although Sterling assisted Palmer’s goal, extending Chelsea’s lead to 2-0 before halftime, he squandered a one-on-one opportunity later in the half. His attempt to score from a free kick outside the box sailed over the crossbar, inviting criticism from fans as the Blues faced the prospect of relinquishing their lead in the second half. Mauricio Pochettino was urged by Chelsea supporters to substitute Sterling, and when he was eventually replaced, the reaction from the crowd was mixed.
Taking to social media, Sterling addressed Chelsea fans, expressing his regret over the missed penalty and affirming his commitment to bounce back stronger in support of the team’s success. However, Sterling has faced challenges in returning to peak performance, as evidenced by his omission from the recent England squad.
In his post-match remarks, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino defended Sterling’s decision to take the penalty, emphasizing his support for players’ autonomy on the field. Despite acknowledging the scrutiny Sterling faced in the Stamford Bridge environment, Pochettino reiterated his unwavering support for the player, emphasizing his belief in Sterling’s abilities and the team’s collective efforts to assist him in overcoming challenges and contributing to their success.
