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Chelsea’s Comeback Over West Ham Puts Garnacho Under Scrutiny

Liam Rosenior publicly defended the winger ahead of Tuesday’s second leg at the Emirates.

Overview

  • Chelsea beat West Ham 3-2 at Stamford Bridge, with Joao Pedro and Marc Cucurella leveling before Enzo Fernández’s stoppage-time winner.
  • Alejandro Garnacho lost possession 12 times in the first half and was substituted at half-time after struggling on the left side.
  • Both West Ham goals came down Garnacho and Jorrel Hato’s flank, with analysis and new clips underscoring gaps in defensive support and pressure.
  • Chelsea supporters on social media heavily criticized Garnacho’s display, with some calling him the club’s worst signing and urging drastic action.
  • Rosenior described the first half as a collective failure and faces a selection call for the Emirates return against Arsenal.