Chelsea's Defense Dilemma: A Season of Soft Landings and Soggy Performances Chelsea's defensive woes are a long standing problem, one that requires more than just tactical adjustments.
The team has conceded two or more goals in each of their opening four league matches this season, with only Crystal Palace and Ipswich Town conceding more.
The decision to switch to a back four may have been an attempt to mask these issues rather than address them directly.