After Arsenal’s disappointing 2-1 defeat against Chelsea, Arsène Wenger, the Arsenal coach, expressed his disappointment, emphasizing the team’s missed opportunities and defensive lapses. Wenger acknowledged the team’s overall effort but highlighted the need to avoid conceding goals from set pieces, especially at home. He stressed the importance of maintaining confidence and consistency in their playing style. Regarding Olivier Giroud’s missed chance in the 90th minute, Wenger noted the difficulty in providing a clear explanation.
On the other side, Chelsea coach Roberto Di Matteo commented on his team’s performance, expressing satisfaction with their play. Di Matteo praised Chelsea’s initiative, effective pressing, and overall gameplay that led to the deserved victory. Despite the positive outcome, he maintained a grounded perspective, emphasizing that it was just one game, and the team needs to stay focused and continue their hard work.