Despite Cole Palmer netting four goals and his team securing a resounding 6-0 victory, the match was marred by a dispute among some players regarding a penalty kick against Everton. Palmer, Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, and Conor Gallagher engaged in a heated argument over who should take the penalty, prompting questions directed at Pochettino during the post-match press conference.
Growing increasingly frustrated with the line of questioning, Pochettino abruptly exited the press conference room. However, before leaving, he voiced his discontent with journalists focusing solely on the players’ argument. One journalist criticized the management of the press conference, calling it inadequate.
While acknowledging that Jackson and Madueke were at fault for their involvement in the altercation with Palmer, Pochettino commended Gallagher for assuming leadership as the team’s captain. When asked about potential disciplinary actions, Pochettino emphasized the importance of learning from the incident rather than imposing punishments. He stressed the need for improved behaviour, particularly highlighting Palmer’s designated role as the penalty taker.
Expressing collective agreement that such behaviour should not recur, Pochettino emphasized the players’ wrongdoing.
Looking ahead, Pochettino and his team will focus on preparing for their upcoming FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City, followed by a crucial clash with London rivals and contenders for the Premier League title, Arsenal, on April 23.
‘Sh*t management of a press conference’
Mauricio Pochettino was heckled by a journalist in his post-match Everton press conference after he became frustrated over repeated questions regarding the penalty incident. #CFCpic.twitter.com/29VnyzWHp4
— CFC-Blues (@CFCBlues_com) April 16, 2024
Chelsea performance and stats
Chelsea
Chelsea is currently 9th in the Premier League with 47 points.
In the last 31 games, it has won 13 times, drawn 8 times, and lost 10 times. In its last match, Chelsea won 6-0 against Everton.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 61 goals and conceding 52.
Chelsea will play the next match in Premier League against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday 20th of April in Falmer.
