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Chelsea advanced to the semifinals FA Cup after overthrowing Sheffield United 2-0. Manager Thomas Tuchel, so happy but also admitted that his team was tired.
Chelsea vs Sheffield United are presented on Sunday (21/3) evening WIB at Stamford Bridge, London in continuation FA Cup. The Blues were able to win with a score of 2-0.
Goals scored Chelsea obtained from an own goal by Oliver Norwood in the 24th minute. In the second second half, Chelsea added a goal through Hakim Ziyech in the 90 + 2 minute, cementing the Blues’ 2-0 victory.
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Chelsea beat Sheffield United 2-0 (AP / Kirsty Wigglesworth)– |
Sheffield United in fact able to exert pressure. Despite losing possession of the ball 37 percent versus 63 percent, the visitors were able to record four shots on target versus three from Chelsea.
This was also confirmed by the Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel. Sheffield is doing quite well.
“They pressed pretty good and a few times we lost the ball,” said Tuchel as quoted from BBC.
“Luckily we were able to win the match and get to the semifinals, that’s amazing,” he continued.
Thomas Tuchel already together Chelsea in 14 matches across competitions. The man from Germany was so convincing, bringing the Blues to 10 wins and four draws.
With a busy schedule, Tuchel had to rack his brain to rotate the players. Although it is undeniable, Chelsea ended up exhausted too.
“In the second half, obviously we were tired. That’s because this team has played 14 games and I also feel it,” said Tuchel.
“We also lost momentum several times, fortunately we were able to keep up clean sheet, “concluded the former PSG coach.
 Chelsea Manager, Thomas Tuchel (Getty Images / Clive Rose)– |
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