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Chelsea lose pre-season friendly to Portsmouth as defensive problems persist
Original: Chelsea suffer Portsmouth friendly defeat as Xabi Alonso's Blues defensive woes continue
Chelsea were beaten by League One side Portsmouth in a pre-season friendly, continuing a worrying pattern of defensive lapses under head coach Xabi Alonso. The defeat, in a match meant to sharpen preparations for the new campaign, has raised questions about the squad's organisation at the back heading into the season.
Why now: Fans and pundits are concerned by Chelsea's continued defensive frailty so early in Xabi Alonso's tenure.
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- Chelsea suffer Portsmouth friendly defeat as Xabi Alonso's Blues defensive woes continue · roundtable.io
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