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Supporters of Chelsea on social media have called out Levi Colwill for his display following their 1-0 win against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. While the Blues kept a clean sheet, fans online branded Colwill's performance subpar.
During the encounter, Marc Cucurella's 14th-minute pass found Noni Madueke, who was close to giving the west London outfit the lead. But his effort was handily gathered by Everton's goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford.
Nicolas Jackson found the back of the net to put Chelsea in front in the 27th minute. The striker received a short pass from Enzo Fernandez and released a shot from outside the box, which Pickford couldn't handle. Beto’s 63rd-minute shot from the edge of the box was close to securing an equalizer for the Toffees. However, Robert Sanchez made a terrific save to keep his team's lead intact.
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Madueke also tried to double Chelsea's lead and put the game beyond Everton's reach in the 74th minute. However, Pickford was equal to the task again as he made a save to thwart Madueke's effort. Despite Dwight McNeil's dying-minute effort (86’) to secure a draw for the Toffees, the game ended in favor of Enzo Maresca's side (1-0).
During his time on the pitch, Colwill registered 90% (61/68) passing accuracy. He also registered four tackles, won three out of seven ground duels, but lost possession of the ball eight times.
Colwill's performance appeared to have triggered Chelsea supporters, who took to X to complain, with one tweeting:
"Colwill is not bad, he's AWFUL.”
"Nothing concerns colwill with defence , he just wants to complete passes and maintain beauty.,” another added.
"I’ll have to check the stats but it feels like Colwill loses every 50/50 duel, like every single one,” a fan vented.
"I don’t see what you guys are seeing with Colwill tbh,” a fan complained.
"Really not enjoying the past 10 mins from Colwill, he’s getting pushed about a little too easily,” another chimed in.
"I rather keep Chalobah as a squad player next season and sell Colwill.,” a fan opined.
"Colwill gets dominated by like most strikers in the league,” another said.
"Colwill is the “future” of our defence. May god help us all man. We’re going to be suffering.,” wrote another.
How did Chelsea's Marc Cucurella perform against Everton?
One player who provided the roadmap and helped the Blues in registering a clean sheet during the game is Marc Cucurella. The Spaniard registered a massive defensive performance and was arguably the best player on the pitch.
Cucurella maintained 94% (60/64) passing precision during his stint. The Spaniard likewise registered four tackles, two shots on target, and won five out of six ground duels competed (via Sofascore).
Following their victory, Chelsea have climbed to fourth in the Premier League standings (60 points from 34 games). They are also back on track in the race for UEFA Champions League football.
