Page 3 - Chelsea 2-0 Manchester City: 3 things learned

Chelsea 2-0 Manchester City: 3 things learned | Premier League 2018-19

Modified Dec 09, 2018 05:44 GMT

#3 Ross Barkley’s introduction and Luiz’s aerial ability made the difference

Matteo Kovacic started again for Chelsea in central midfield, but was not very impressive. He is a bit too slow for a fast-paced league like the Premier League, and needs to alter his playing style somewhat.

Barkley’s introduction added strength to the Chelsea midfield as he is a faster and more direct player than Kovacic. Kovacic could not see much of the ball, and failed to play any notable pass to Hazard or Pedro.

However, Barkley made some runs into the City penalty box, and it was his shot at goal from outside the penalty box which deflected off a City defender and earned Chelsea the only corner they got in the match.

Luiz out-jumped the City defenders to get his head on the ball, and scored his 16th goal in 216 matches for Chelsea. It must have been the most important goal he has scored in his career till date.

About the author

Subhadeep, an adept tennis journalist at Sportskeeda, has been writing about the sport for seven years. He is known for his exclusive match reviews and opinion pieces, utilizing his MBA degree to tackle them effectively with his problem-solving abilities.

Subhadeep lives and breathes tennis. He watches matches regularly and engages in social media platforms to stay on top of the latest happenings. As a writer, he brings the fan's perspective to his pieces, ensuring his readers enjoy an exceptional experience every time.

Growing up, he idolized Boris Becker, but he now firmly believes Novak Djokovic stands alone as the 'Greatest of all Time', especially considering the 24-time Grand Slam champion's incredible stats. One thing that still puzzles Subhadeep, however, is how Becker's Wimbledon tally might have reached five if not for Pete Sampras.

Speaking of the All England Club, the British Major holds a special place in his heart as he admires its blend of tradition and grass-court excellence. When not working for Sportskeeda, Subhadeep delves into the other "love of his life": football, and enjoys contributing his insights to different websites dedicated to the sport.

Know More

Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.