Chelsea striker Jorrel Hato thinks the team showed the fight that new head coach Liam Rosenior wanted during their 5-1 win against Charlton in the FA Cup. This victory is a positive sign as Chelsea seeks to turn their season around under Rosenior, who previously managed Hull City.
Hato, who scored his first goal for Chelsea right before half-time, had a standout moment with a stunning half-volley. This goal helped shift the game’s momentum, and Chelsea took control in the second half. “We knew it would be tough,” Hato said. Despite being underused by the previous coach, he and his teammates stepped up, showing great energy and teamwork. Rosenior made eight changes to the lineup, which paid off in this high-pressure match.
Charlton started strong but quickly fell behind. After Chelsea’s second goal from Tosin Adarabioyo early in the second half, Charlton’s Miles Leaburn pulled one back. However, Chelsea quickly responded with a third goal from Marc Guiu, followed by goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández, sealing a dominant win.
Hato expressed surprise at scoring: “I didn’t really celebrate because I was shocked!” He shared how adjusting to new roles has been enjoyable. He now supports the attack as well as defense, a shift that aligns with expectations from both past and current coaches.
Recent statistics show Chelsea’s performance in the FA Cup has been strong, with the team winning 12 of their last 15 matches in the tournament. This renewal of focus under Rosenior might help them regain confidence in league play as well.
In today’s football landscape, teams need to adapt quickly, and Chelsea’s readiness to embrace changes points to a promising future. Fans are buzzing on social media about the fresh vibe Rosenior brings, highlighting that a win of this scale could instill much-needed belief in the players moving forward.
As the team aims to strengthen their position, this match is just the beginning of what fans hope is a turnaround season for Chelsea. For more insights on Chelsea’s journey and Rosenior’s coaching philosophy, check out this detailed analysis from The Guardian.
