Mauricio Pochettino expressed his disappointment after Chelsea’s draw with Burnley, who played with 10 men.

Chelsea’s Argentinian head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, was visibly frustrated as his team was held to a 2-2 draw by 10-man Burnley at Stamford Bridge. The Blues were unable to maintain their lead, with Burnley equalizing twice during the match.

Cole Palmer’s panenka penalty was cancelled out by Josh Cullen’s strike from the edge of the area, before Palmer’s left-footed drive put Chelsea back in front. However, Dara O’Shea’s header in the 81st minute secured a surprising point for the visitors. Burnley’s Lorenz Assignon was sent off, and their manager, Vincent Kompany, was dismissed for protesting the decision to award Chelsea’s penalty.

In a post-match interview with Sky Sports, Pochettino expressed his disappointment with his players, as dropping two points prevented Chelsea from climbing back into the top half of the Premier League table. He emphasized the need for the team to be strong and evolve in certain areas, particularly in their defensive performance when they don’t have possession of the ball. Despite their struggles this season, Chelsea remains unbeaten in their last five league games since their defeat to Wolves in February.

Looking ahead, Chelsea is set to face Manchester City in the semi-finals of the FA Cup, having lost in extra time to Liverpool in the League Cup final. Pochettino acknowledged the importance of winning and the need for the team to increase their level of competitiveness. He mentioned the need for better communication, increased ruthlessness, and a stronger capacity to recover the ball when not in possession.

Cole Palmer, who scored both of Chelsea’s goals, expressed the disappointment felt by the players in the dressing room. He highlighted the team’s tendency to become complacent and defended sloppily, leading to dropped points. Palmer emphasized the importance of consistency and staying focused throughout the match, especially when facing a 10-man opposition.

Overall, it was a frustrating result for Chelsea, and Pochettino and his players are aware of the improvements needed to achieve better performances and results in the future.