Mauricio Pochettino says Sterling deserves “full credit” for his resurgence.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino praised Raheem Sterling for regaining his form following a two-goal performance in a 3-0 Premier League victory against Luton Town. Sterling has been a shining light for Chelsea, having been struggling for most of his time at the club after moving from Manchester City in July last year. Pochettino praised Sterling's commitment, work ethic, and quality, and expressed his excitement for him. Sterling also spoke with Pochettino about changing his position within the team, emphasizing the importance of the team's animation and teamwork. Chelsea's next match is against Nottingham Forest on September 2, followed by Wimbledon in the League Cup.

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August 26, 2023

26 August (Reuters) Raheem Sterling received high comments from Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino, who added that the English striker deserved “full credit” for regaining his form following his spectacular two-goal performance in Friday’s 3-0 Premier League victory against Luton Town.

Sterling has been one of Chelsea’s few shining lights in their opening 1-1 draw with Liverpool and last week’s 3-1 loss to West Ham United, and he once more displayed his finest play as Chelsea earned their first victory under new manager Pochettino.

The 28-year-old has thrived under the Argentine manager, who took over last month, after struggling for most of his time at Chelsea after moving from Manchester City in July last year to establish consistent form.

“He deserves full credit for his performance,” Pochettino told reporters. “His commitment in the way he wants to contribute with the team, with his work ethic and quality, is admirable.” “I’m thrilled for him.

“He informed me that the previous season was challenging for him, but I always enjoy it when a player is content. And the finest feeling for us is when an attacking player scores or assists.

Sterling, who also assisted Nicolas Jackson to score Chelsea’s third goal, claimed to have spoken with Pochettino about changing his position inside the team.

“Our first conversation with all of the players, and Raheem, is where I love to ask the position they love to play, how they feel, and how they see themselves,” Pochettino added.

It’s the animation and how the team will work together that matter, not the job. In order to give the player the finest platform, position, and location from which to display their best qualities, the optimal position must be found.

The procedure “is highly crucial… It takes time to develop a team when you’re going through the same process as we are.

Chelsea’s next league match is against Nottingham Forest on September 2, after which they play Wimbledon in the League Cup on Wednesday.

Pochettino told Sky Sports, “I am thrilled because the first victory is usually extremely crucial. A strong performance was given. We required that, in my opinion, in order to feel confident and trusted in our actions.