Sutton's predictions: Chelsea v Leeds Utd

TL;DR

Chris Sutton discusses Chelsea's struggles under Liam Rosenior, highlighting player effort as a significant issue. Rosenior's critical comments on the team's performance suggest his time as manager may be ending.

Key points

Chris Sutton critiques Chelsea's player effort
Liam Rosenior's management questioned
Rosenior's critical comments may lead to his dismissal

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I don't think Liam Rosenior was the biggest problem at Chelsea, although some of his decisions certainly did not help his cause.

I was at Amex Stadium on Tuesday, co-commentating on Rosenior's final game in charge, and the lack of effort some of the Chelsea players put in against Brighton was more damning on them than their manager.

Rosenior was right when he came out afterwards and said the performance was "unacceptable" but, sadly, when a manager is so critical of his players you know that is usually the end for him.

I hope Rosenior gets back into management soon and the state Chelsea are in is certainly not a reflection on him. The model the club's owners have gone for is part of the problem, as Rosenior's predecessors found out too.

It is left to Calum McFarlane to take charge for this game and we will have to wait to see who he has fit - and then which Chelsea side will turn up.

Leeds beat Chelsea at Elland Road in December and drew with them at Stamford Bridge in February.

Daniel Farke's side are not completely safe yet but they picked up another really good point late on against Bournemouth on Wednesday and they have got a lot about them. I am going for them to beat Chelsea at Wembley too.

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Q&A

What did Chris Sutton say about Chelsea's performance against Brighton?

Chris Sutton criticized the lack of effort from Chelsea players during their match against Brighton, indicating it was more damning than the manager's decisions.

Why was Liam Rosenior's management at Chelsea questioned?

Liam Rosenior's management was questioned due to the team's poor performances and his critical remarks about player effort, which often precede a managerial change.

What are the implications of Rosenior's comments on Chelsea's future?

Rosenior's comments about the team's unacceptable performance suggest that his position as manager may be in jeopardy.