BATE 0-1 Chelsea: 5 Talking Points and Tactical Analysis, Europa League 2018/19

#5 Goal-scoring problems?

Chelsea extended their unbeaten run to 17 matches in all competitions - a streak that included 14 wins and three draws. A lot of talks has been going around regarding Sarri's instant impact, Eden Hazard's sparkling form, Ross Barkley's resurgence and Jorginho's influence, but apart from all of these, the pundits and supporters alike have heavily criticized Chelsea's forwards - Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud.

Both of them have their own drawbacks, many would say. But now, Giroud has a goal and more importantly, was seen linking up play despite the overloaded pressure from BATE inside their box. His one-touch passes, flicks and the awareness is a rare commodity these days.

Morata on the other hand, has drawn heavy denunciation for his lack of consistency and a lesser clinical nature in front of goal. The Spaniard is now a willing runner though - someone who is running off the back of defenders, attacking the ball better and proving his class. He now has four goals in his last four matches.

So now, are Chelsea's forwards really proving to be a burden on Maurizio Sarri? Think again, as they are unique and useful in their own ways, against differently built opponents.

Edited by Sripad