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Chelsea concede just 2 open play attempts as new midfielder pair protects centre-backs

Chelsea’s central defenders looked far more solid with the midfielders ahead protecting them on Saturday. If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see…

By Will Faulks · Talk Chelsea

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Chelsea conceded only two open-play attempts against Everton due to effective protection from their central midfield pairing.
Will Faulks argues that midfielders Moises Caicedo and Jordan Henderson shielded centre-backs Levi Colwill and Maxence Lacroix effectively.
Everton generated just six total shots throughout the game, with four coming from set pieces and none from counter-attacks.

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Talk Chelsea reports that Chelsea conceded only two open-play attempts against Everton due to strong shielding from midfielders Moises Caicedo and Jordan Henderson. Center-backs Levi Colwill and Maxence Lacroix received effective defensive protection alongside right-back Josh Acheampong, helping the team secure a long-awaited clean sheet on Saturday.\n\nWriter Will Faulks highlights that Everton managed just six total shots, with four originating from set pieces and none from counter-attacks. Due to the midfield barrier, Colwill and Lacroix were required to make only one tackle and one interception combined throughout the match.

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