We all know they’re just beating around the bush, the truth of the matter is they can never win the FA Cup anytime soon’: Brazilian football legend Ronaldo has given his prediction for this season’s FA Cup as he ruled Chelsea out

Chelsea once again found themselves in a tough spot, needing two late goals and overcoming a red card to secure a 4-2 victory against Leicester City in the FA Cup. Mauricio Pochettino, in his first season with the club, reaches his second cup semi-final and aims to redeem their League Cup defeat against Liverpool.

The game in SW6 saw Chelsea leading comfortably 2-0 at halftime, setting the stage for a straightforward second half. Marc Cururella opened the scoring for Chelsea in the 13th minute, with Nicolas Jackson’s excellent work leading to a simple tap-in. However, Sterling’s performance turned sour despite assisting Cole Palmer’s goal, as he faced criticism after a poorly taken free-kick.

Leicester’s comeback began with an own goal from Axel Disasi followed by a spectacular long-range strike by Stephy Mavididi. Chelsea’s task became even tougher with a red card for Callum Doyle on the 73rd minute, but late goals from Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke secured the win in added time.

Chelsea’s defensive struggles continue, conceding two goals in each of their last four matches. Pochettino’s side, however, managed to outscore their opponents in three out of four games, raising concerns about defensive stability.

The combination of attacking full-backs like Malo Gusto and Marc Cururella leaves Chelsea vulnerable defensively, despite their offensive contributions. Pochettino may need to reconsider his full-back selection to address these issues.

Pochettino defended his tactical decisions during a press conference, emphasizing his focus on the team’s needs over public opinion. His substitutions proved decisive in the victory, highlighting his tactical acumen.

While Chelsea’s current position in the table is unsatisfactory, Pochettino remains optimistic about the club’s future. Further recruitment and tactical adjustments are needed to improve Chelsea’s performance.

Despite significant investments in the squad, Chelsea still lack a creative midfielder, a solid defender, and a reliable goalkeeper. Addressing these areas could bolster Chelsea’s title aspirations and attract top talents in the future.

As the season progresses, Pochettino aims to climb higher in the table to strengthen Chelsea’s appeal to potential signings. Despite challenges, there are promising signs for Chelsea’s supporters to hold onto as they look ahead to the next season.