Mauricio Pochettino gets angry with Levi Colwill as Chelsea players miss Liverpool trophy lift
In the highly anticipated Carabao Cup final held at Wembley Stadium, Chelsea endured a disappointing defeat. The intense match extended into extra time before a pivotal goal by Virgil van Dijk in the dying minutes secured victory for Liverpool.
Van Dijk’s strike came just moments before the final whistle, dramatically altering the course of the game. Earlier, he had thought he sealed the win during regular time, only for the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) to intervene and overturn the decision. Chelsea, despite several opportunities, including missed chances by Conor Gallagher, failed to capitalize, leaving them ruing a missed opportunity against a relatively inexperienced Liverpool side.
The atmosphere within Wembley Stadium was electric prior to kickoff, with Liverpool supporters generating an overwhelming buzz that overshadowed Chelsea’s contingent. The resounding chants of ‘Liverpool…Liverpool’ reverberated throughout the stadium, setting the stage for an intense showdown.
Enzo Fernandez’s frustration was palpable early in the game when he suffered a setback after a challenge with Alexis Mac Allister. Despite attempts to rally his teammates and regain composure, a subsequent slip led to a tense moment that required swift defensive action from Djordje Petrovic.
Chelsea encountered a pivotal moment midway through the second half when Liverpool found themselves with only nine players on the field due to injuries. However, a missed opportunity to exploit this advantage arose when Levi Colwill failed to connect effectively with Ben Chilwell, much to the dismay of manager Mauricio Pochettino.
The involvement of VAR further added to the drama, with a contentious decision to disallow Van Dijk’s goal sparking heated debates both on and off the pitch. Despite the initial disappointment, Chelsea benefited from the decision, injecting renewed energy into their performance.
As the final whistle blew and Liverpool celebrated their victory, Chelsea players faced the difficult task of witnessing their opponents lift the trophy. While some reluctantly watched on, three players—Colwill, Disasi, and Gusto—opted to avert their gaze, emblematic of the disappointment and frustration felt by the defeated team.
