Winners & Losers: Chelsea 0-2 Spurs ft Palmer's Red, Xabi Alonso, Joao Pedro Injured & Liverpool Preview #CFC
At The Bridge Pod: A Chelsea FC PodcastSummary
Chelsea FC faces a challenging period following a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge. The loss marks a significant setback for manager Xabi Alonso, who has come under scrutiny for his team selection and tactical decisions. Despite having a strong squad, the Blues struggled to find their rhythm, particularly in the absence of key player Jao Pedro, who suffered an injury prior to the match.
The game was marred by a series of errors, including a critical mistake from goalkeeper Mike Penders, who inadvertently punched the ball into his own net. This blunder, coupled with a red card for Cole Palmer, left Chelsea with a mountain to climb. Fans expressed their frustration, and the players' reactions post-match further fueled discontent, particularly Levi Colwell's dismissive response to supporters' criticism.
Looking ahead, Chelsea must regroup quickly as they prepare for a League Cup clash against Liverpool, a match that holds significant importance for the team's morale. Alonso's ability to adapt and make necessary changes will be crucial if Chelsea hopes to bounce back and regain their footing in the competition.
Show Notes
In this episode the team discuss their Winners & Losers from Chelsea's 2-0 loss to Spurs.
The team also talk the latest from this weekend's news and as always also answer some listener questions.
RUNNING ORDER: 00:00 The Start, Doing Delap Things & Shevva's Shoutouts! 8:45 News: Joao Pedro - Injury Report 16:34 Kingsmeadow Corner: Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea Women 26:24 Winners & Losers: Chelsea 0-2 Spurs 1:13:13 Guess The Player By Their Career Path
If you have a question for the team then contact them on Twitter at @AtTheBridgePod
(This episode was recorded on 26th October 2026)
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