Four Match Struggles Continue
Chelsea’s 1–2 defeat to Atalanta in the sixth round of the Champions League extended their winless streak across all competitions to four matches, a worrying trend highlighted widely across 12BET Malaysia. Coach Maresca expressed clear frustration post-match, stating the team performed poorly in both attack and defense, while Atalanta’s aggression and tactical clarity exposed Chelsea’s weaknesses.
Overconfidence Backfires
Before kickoff, the Blues carried strong confidence, especially younger players and new signings who underestimated Atalanta’s strength. United’s Garnacho also made controversial remarks before the match, which Atalanta players later used as motivation — a topic heavily discussed on 12BET Login communities.
After receiving a perfect match rating, De Ketelaere responded subtly to those remarks, saying that anyone who doubted Atalanta should now fully understand their quality.
Title Race Momentum Lost
Although losing in the UCL is not unusual, Chelsea’s four-match winless run is a serious concern for a team expected to challenge Arsenal for the Premier League title. Manchester City have already overtaken them domestically, and their Champions League form has been far from convincing.
As highlighted on 12BET Promotions, Chelsea are no longer viewed as favourites this season.
Arsenal Clash Triggered Collapse
Ironically, the turning point came against Arsenal — a brutal 10-v-11 battle that derailed Maresca’s plans. Caicedo’s red card and subsequent three-match suspension weakened the squad, while the exhausting physical battle severely affected the team’s performance in the following fixtures.
It became the classic case of hurting the opponent but hurting themselves even more, a trend noted by bettors on 12BET Malaysia.
Upcoming Fixtures Offer Relief
Chelsea now face a stretch of fixtures against weaker opponents — Everton, Cardiff City in the League Cup, and Newcastle — giving Maresca a window to reset. But discussions on 12BET Signup point out that if he fails to turn results around quickly, Chelsea could slip out of the title race and fall back into the battle for Champions League qualification.
Despite delivering trophies over the past two seasons, Maresca still faces strong criticism from sections of the fanbase who question whether he is the right long-term choice for the club.