The three key mistakes that cost Chelsea in their 2-0 defeat to Tottenham, from questionable tactics to a lack of intensity and attacking threat.

Chelsea suffered a 2-0 Premier League defeat at home to Tottenham, with goals coming via Mathys Tel and a Mike Penders own goal. The loss marked only the second away victory for Spurs at Stamford Bridge across their past 41 meetings. James Fudge analyses the tactical issues that derailed Chelsea's performance on the afternoon.
According to Fudge, Chelsea's primary issues included starting Morgan Rogers out of position without a recognised striker, an uncoordinated pressing setup from the front line, and ill-timed aggression that materialized as late frustration rather than controlled intensity.
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