Home / Football / Premier League News Rosenior frustrated with tame Chelsea in Newcastle defeat The Blues were beaten by the Magies on Saturday, taking a hit to their top four hopes Written by Mitch Fretton Last Update: March 14, 2026 09:59:56 pm GMT 2 min read Liam Rosenior cut a frustrated figure after Chelseas 1-0 defeat to Newcastle, admitting his side lacked the cutting edge to break down a well-organised visiting defence despite dominating large spells of the game. Anthony Gordons first-half counter-attack strike was the difference, and Rosenior was candid about how it came about. There was an issue in cover and understanding on the press, he said. Thatll come. Its new in terms of what were asking the players to do but were talking about one moment, the rest of the game our press was very good.The Chelsea manager was more concerned with what happened at the other end. The problem with us wasnt without the ball. The problem was the final third. We got there many times, created chances but werent ruthless enough to take them.Every time the ball bounced in the box, it fell behind our player instead of in front of them, or they defended it with blocks.Rosenior also pointed to the absence of several key wide players. Jamie Gittens who is almost back. Estevao. Pedro Neto was suspended. Its not an excuse, its reality.The defeat follows a midweek Champions League first-leg loss to PSG, and Rosenior acknowledged the toll of back-to-back setbacks. Footballs really amazing, isnt it? Up until 15 minutes to go at PSG, winning at Villa in the FA Cup with a changed team. At the moment in the last two games we havent managed to take advantage of the moments or the margins. Topics: Chelsea F.C. Newcastle United F.C. Follow us: Mitch Fretton Mitch is a freelance sports journalist with experience working for LiveScore, GOAL and Colchester United. He has experience working from both his desk at home and in the press box at games covering the Champions League and international football. Read more from Mitch Fretton
