Merson: Chelsea's Performance Against Manchester City Was Embarrassing

According to Sky Sports' Paul Merson, Chelsea's recent 3-0 home defeat to Manchester City was a dismal display, with the team crumpling under pressure. Merson criticized the decision to drop Enzo Fernandez, calling it 'crazy' and stating that the player's absence was deeply felt during the game. The loss has left Chelsea in sixth place, four points behind the top five, and Merson believes that boss Liam Rosenior is under intense pressure ahead of their upcoming match against Manchester United. Merson expressed his concerns about Chelsea's ability to qualify for the Champions League, saying that it's a huge issue for the team. He also questioned the logic behind dropping Enzo Fernandez, who is the team's best passer of the ball. Merson thinks that Chelsea's struggles are largely due to their inability to perform under pressure, and that they 'capitulate' when they fall behind. He also discussed Tottenham's relegation crisis, stating that the team looks low on confidence and that their upcoming match against Brighton is a must-win. Additionally, Merson shared his thoughts on Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, saying that any talk of pressure on him is 'ridiculous' given his achievements with the team.