Chelsea face questions regarding tactical control under coach Xabi Alonso
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 11:43 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Chelsea currently navigate a period of tactical inconsistency under the management of Xabi Alonso. Observers have characterized the team's recent play as lacking control on the pitch, raising concerns regarding the sustainability of their current approach. As the Premier League season progresses, the effectiveness of Alonso's methods remains a focal point for the club. The squad must determine if their current style of play will provide consistent results over the duration of the campaign. Technical staff and players are evaluating the tactical implementation as they prepare for upcoming fixtures. No specific match results or statistical trends have been provided to clarify the extent of these performance issues, leaving the long-term impact of this tactical strategy to be established in future appearances.
- •Chelsea operate under the leadership of new head coach Xabi Alonso.
- •Concerns exist regarding the team's lack of control during matches.
- •The effectiveness of the current tactical approach is under ongoing internal evaluation.
- 12:31 PMESPN — Chelsea are out of control: Is this what new coach Xabi Alonso wants?
"Chelsea are a team out of control under Xabi Alonso: Will it continue and, more importantly, will it keep working for them?
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