Saturday, November 16, 2024 07:32 PM
Chelsea owners celebrate a 3-0 victory against West Ham, despite ongoing challenges and a need for improvement.
In the world of football, ownership dynamics can often be as tumultuous as the matches themselves. Chelsea Football Club, a storied name in the Premier League, has recently been under the spotlight due to reports of a rift between its co-owners, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali. However, following a resounding 3-0 victory against West Ham, both owners appeared to put their differences aside, celebrating the win alongside the team.
Since taking over Stamford Bridge in 2022, Boehly and Eghbali have faced numerous challenges. Their tenure has been marked by significant managerial changes and a staggering investment of over £1 billion in new players, all in a bid to restore Chelsea's former glory. Despite these efforts, the club has struggled, finishing sixth and twelfth in the last two seasons, and has not claimed the Premier League title since 2017.
During the match at the London Stadium, Chelsea showcased a strong performance, with Nicolas Jackson scoring twice in the first half and Cole Palmer adding another goal. This victory marked Chelsea's third league win under the guidance of new manager Enzo Maresca. After the match, Maresca shared that both Boehly and Eghbali visited the dressing room to congratulate the players, emphasizing the importance of such moments for the owners. "Not only today, it’s always good when we win games for the owners, especially because they were both here," Maresca stated. He added, "They were in the changing room, they were all happy."
Despite the positive outcome, Maresca remains cautious about the team's progress. He acknowledged that while Chelsea is on the right path, there is still much work to be done. "We won today and we’re in a good moment, it looks like everything is fine. But not everything is fine. We could attack better, defend better," he remarked. His focus is on continuous improvement, highlighting that the journey to success is long and requires consistent effort.
As Chelsea navigates through this challenging period, the relationship between its owners will be crucial. The ability to work together, despite personal differences, could determine the club's future success. For fans and analysts alike, the coming weeks will be pivotal in assessing whether this victory is a turning point or just a brief respite in a season filled with uncertainty. The hope remains that Chelsea can build on this win and gradually reclaim its status as a top contender in English football.