Xabi Alonso names four areas Chelsea were not good enough in Brentford defeat

Chelsea suffered a significant defeat against Brentford, and Xabi Alonso pointed out four areas where the Blues were not good enough in the post-match press conference. The defeat came before an extended international break and was a major blow to Chelsea's season. Alonso acknowledged that Chelsea looked solid in the first half but collapsed after the break.

Alonso emphasized that Chelsea's issues went beyond set pieces, as they were also lacking in defensive duels and controlling games. The team conceded the first goal and then lost shape, conceding another goal on a transition. Alonso stated that understanding the process and knowing what it takes to compete until the end is crucial. The club is in a critical three-week spell to get players back and get things in order.

Chelsea's season so far has shown inconsistency across the board, with the team performing poorly in attack, midfield, and defense. Alonso brought on Estevao as a substitute, but only in the 88th minute, after Geovany Quenda had already made his way off the bench as the first attacking sub. Jordan Henderson was the standout performer for Chelsea in the first half, providing calm and control in midfield, rather than flashy contributions.