How did it come to this? Rosier cited Manchester City and Liverpool after Chelsea's home defeat, which shakes up their bid for a Champions League spot.
On 13 April 2026, Liam Rosier, Chelsea's manager, spoke after last night's Premier League game in which Chelsea lost at home to Manchester City by a wide margin of 0-3. Although Chelsea held their own in the first half, the second half was a completely different story, conceding three consecutive goals.
After this match, Chelsea remains 6th in the latest Premier League standings with 48 points, trailing 5th-place Liverpool—who defeated Fulham 2-0—by 4 points. With only six games left, their chances of securing a UEFA Champions League spot are becoming more difficult.
Additionally, Liam Rosier is coming under intense pressure from fans after failing to score in three consecutive Premier League losses. The last time Chelsea experienced such a streak was back in March 1998, 28 years ago.
However, Liam Rosier remains confident he can create something special with Chelsea if given time by the club's management, and he believes the team can still secure a Champions League spot in the remaining six matches. "I am here, and I have to win during times like this. This is a great football club," he said.
"When I first arrived, I didn’t ask for much time because I understand this club. I understand the traditions and history of this club."
"I want time, and I am confident that during that time, you can build something very special. Even experienced managers like Pep Guardiola with Man City or Jürgen Klopp when he won with Liverpool had a year to manage things."
"I came in January. That’s not an excuse; it’s a fact. I have to win now, and that is what I will focus on."
"Right now, we still have a chance to qualify for the Champions League, and we still have a chance to win the FA Cup. I have to turn the situation around. I am not a manager who hides behind the phrase ‘maybe we need to do something in the transfer market.’ I have to change the situation now. That is why I am here."