Overview

• Chelsea advanced to the Carabao Cup fourth round with a 2-1 win at Lincoln City after conceding late in the first half.
• Tyrique George equalised three minutes after the restart and then set up Facundo Buonanotte for the winner two minutes later.
• Enzo Maresca said he delivered an angry half-time message and changed the team’s shape, including shifting Jorrel Hato’s position.
• Lincoln’s relentless pressing and direct play unsettled Chelsea, with manager Michael Skubala highlighting their high press and Malo Gusto noting the unusual intensity.
• Filip Jorgensen endured a nervy night and Enzo Fernández’s error led to Lincoln’s goal, while analysis pieces questioned defensive selections; Marc Guiu was not risked after feeling something in training and Liam Delap remains out as focus turns to Brighton on Saturday.