Overview
- Chelsea lost 3-1 to Leeds United at Elland Road, halting momentum and exposing defensive frailties.
- Gary Neville said the team's spine is not title-ready, citing shortcomings at goalkeeper and centre-back.
- Neville added that Chelsea should still finish in the top four despite being short of championship level.
- Chelsea sit fourth in the Premier League, nine points behind leaders Arsenal after wins for Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa.
- Enzo Maresca recently argued Chelsea could be contenders if they hold their position by February or March, while ESPN-cited pundits questioned his choices in the Leeds match.