“It is a corner-based counterattack. We were on the verge of scoring. They abandoned us. It is disappointing, and we must improve. Other from that, we were outstanding; we just need to score.”
“You have to keep working. “The boys’ work has been phenomenal, but we are still suffering at the moment,” he remarked.
After a hectic January transfer window and the recovery of certain injured players, Chelsea fielded a fresh starting lineup for the Champions League. In the first half, Joao Felix missed a few scoring opportunities, leaving the scoreless.
Adeyemi entered the game for Dortmund midway in the second half, picked up the ball in midfield, outran his defender, rounded Kepa Arrizabalaga, and scored the game-winning goal.
In stoppage time, Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel saved a ball from Enzo Fernandez.
The second match between Chelsea and Dortmund will take place at Stamford Bridge on March 7.
The captain of Dortmund, Jude Bellingham, stated, “We dominated the first half.” They had opportunities, but we dominated the entirety of the first half. In the second half, we slowed down and they gained more control. We shown our ability to defend and finish games.”
“It’s a bad objective. We have to do better. “We were the superior team at the time, and we were pushing hard,” Potter stated after the game. “They [the players] are aware that they can do better. Yet, we shall emphasize the advantages. We made another stride ahead.
“The team’s spirit is present. We need a little of luck and the kind of performance we displayed tonight, and we must continue to improve.”
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