Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea's manager, is preparing for a defining moment in a crucial Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Middlesbrough, with the team needing to overturn a one-goal aggregate deficit. Pochettino has called on Chelsea supporters to be the difference in the match and makes an admission about the challenge posed by Middlesbrough. He has also commented on the Stamford Bridge atmosphere, recently likened to a 'mausoleum' by a club legend, blaming poor home performances under predecessors Graham Potter and Frank Lampard for the lack of morale among supporters. As Todd Boehly's targets hang in the balance, predicted lineups suggest decisions have been made regarding Ben Chilwell's involvement and Noni Madueke being benched.
Mauricio Pochettino makes a big admission ahead of this evening's match 🔵 #CFC | @BobbyVincentFL https://t.co/QM7kpQp4Tv
How should Chelsea line up against Middlesbrough? @BobbyVincentFL, @tomcoley49 and @joedoyle_ have their say🤔 #CFC https://t.co/Q97TvHWZBi
You are my Boro, my only Boro….UTB! Massive day for the club & fans as they take on Chelsea in the semi-final second leg of the cup….Share your good luck rituals & thoughts on the game with us on @BBCTees breakfast pls….. https://t.co/iFt4UKPv4z
Things are slowly looking up for a Pochettino at Chelsea, but can the progress survive the Carabao Cup semi against Middlesbrough? https://t.co/TVt0LVf1OI
Mauricio Pochettino blames predecessors for flat Chelsea atmosphere Head coach says disappointing performances under Graham Potter and Frank Lampard last season have led to a lack of morale among the club’s deflated supporters Tap for the full story ⬇️ https://t.co/WgHQJzZYZs
You are my Boro, my only Boro….UTB! Massive day for the club & fans as they take on Chelsea in the semi-final second leg of the cup….Share your good luck rituals & thoughts on the game with us on @BBCTees breakfast pls….. https://t.co/WW3AlX5zoN
Predicted Chelsea lineup vs Middlesbrough as Ben Chilwell decision made, Noni Madueke benched | @BobbyVincentFL 🔵 #CFC https://t.co/rD3XHkbxTM
Pochettino lays blame for Stamford Bridge atmosphere on last season’s home form https://t.co/Y1tVlpkqsN
Mauricio Pochettino makes Chelsea vs Middlesbrough admission as Todd Boehly target threatened | @BobbyVincentFL 🚨 #CFC https://t.co/QM7kpQp4Tv
Mauricio Pochettino called on Chelsea supporters to be the difference in helping his side overturn a one-goal aggregate deficit when they face Middlesbrough in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final https://t.co/s0lbpscZZP
Mauricio Pochettino called on Chelsea supporters to be the difference in helping his side overturn a one-goal aggregate deficit when they face Middlesbrough in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final #CFC https://t.co/JFpHULXKM8
How should Chelsea line up against Middlesbrough tomorrow? @BobbyVincentFL, @tomcoley49 and @joedoyle_ have their say🤔 #CFC https://t.co/Q97TvHWZBi
Middlesbrough relishing Chelsea challenge as they look to book Carabao Cup final spot https://t.co/522UQr1nAU https://t.co/522UQr1nAU
😍Chelsea prepare major Mauricio Pochettino boost as four 'new signings' ready for Middlesbrough #cfc 👉https://t.co/lsLSj2Mo6o https://t.co/lsLSj2Mo6o
To the final! Pochettino discusses #CFC 's second leg against Middlesbrough https://t.co/JnFcFa9PcW
Stamford Bridge has matchday atmosphere of a MAUSOLEUM, claims club legend ahead of Middlesbrough clash https://t.co/bizNbAjefK https://t.co/bizNbAjefK
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Mauricio Pochettino is set to speak to the media this afternoon at Cobham 🔵 #CFC https://t.co/lBdCDdDRYj
Mauricio Pochettino faces defining Chelsea week amid Jose Mourinho rumours and European promise | @BobbyVincentFL 🔵 #CFC https://t.co/Uie81WsaHN
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