Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior's under-the-radar impact on his team is starting to gain attention, as he navigates a pivotal week in west London. The 3-2 win away at Napoli not only sealed Chelsea's automatic qualification for the knockout phase but also marked a standout result in Rosenior's managerial career.
While Rosenior faced initial skepticism about his ability to manage the high-profile club, his tactics and style of play have started to yield positive results. A back-three system that initially didn't pay off was reversed mid-game by Rosenior's in-game adjustments, which swung momentum in Chelsea's favor.
Despite some criticism surrounding his persona and management style, Rosenior's detailed and thoughtful approach to the game has won over some players and coaching staff members. Young coach Bernardo Cueva has been promoted to a front-row seat at training sessions, reflecting a new collegiate approach under Rosenior.
Rosenior has spoken about needing to deliver winning performances as Chelsea manager but acknowledges that he still hasn't fully gotten going yet. The Napoli win will help him build momentum and provide valuable training weeks in February to make his mark on the team.
A pivotal week lies ahead for Rosenior, with Chelsea set to face West Ham at home in the Premier League and then the Carabao Cup second leg against Arsenal on Tuesday. If he can secure three wins during this period, he will be hailed as a hero by Chelsea fans. For now, his quietly impressive start is starting to gain more recognition.
While Rosenior faced initial skepticism about his ability to manage the high-profile club, his tactics and style of play have started to yield positive results. A back-three system that initially didn't pay off was reversed mid-game by Rosenior's in-game adjustments, which swung momentum in Chelsea's favor.
Despite some criticism surrounding his persona and management style, Rosenior's detailed and thoughtful approach to the game has won over some players and coaching staff members. Young coach Bernardo Cueva has been promoted to a front-row seat at training sessions, reflecting a new collegiate approach under Rosenior.
Rosenior has spoken about needing to deliver winning performances as Chelsea manager but acknowledges that he still hasn't fully gotten going yet. The Napoli win will help him build momentum and provide valuable training weeks in February to make his mark on the team.
A pivotal week lies ahead for Rosenior, with Chelsea set to face West Ham at home in the Premier League and then the Carabao Cup second leg against Arsenal on Tuesday. If he can secure three wins during this period, he will be hailed as a hero by Chelsea fans. For now, his quietly impressive start is starting to gain more recognition.