Liam Rosenier was furious after Chelsea's lineup leaked online 8 hours before they were heavily beaten by PSG in the UEFA Champions League.
On 13 Mar 2026 GMT+7, Liam Rosenier, Chelsea's manager, confirmed the club will conduct a serious investigation after their starting XI for the UEFA Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain was leaked online 8 hours before kickoff.
Reports stated Chelsea's team plan was shared on social media Wednesday afternoon, with French journalist Fabrice Hawkins posting the starting lineup first. A surprising detail was Filip Jorgensen starting as goalkeeper instead of Robert Sanchez.
This information leak exposed Chelsea's tactical plan before the players even arrived at Parc des Princes, causing the team to lose the element of surprise ahead of this crucial European match.
After Chelsea’s 2-5 defeat, Rosenier admitted he was unaware of the leak during team preparations but expressed confidence the club will investigate thoroughly to find the cause. He emphasized he prioritizes the match result over pre-game issues.
The decision to drop Sanchez for Jorgensen backfired when the 23-year-old keeper made a costly error at 2-2. Attempting to play the ball with his feet as per the concept, he was dispossessed by Vitinha, who scored from distance into the empty net. This became the turning point leading to Chelsea’s collapse late in the game.
This defeat not only threatens Chelsea’s European campaign but also raises questions about discipline within the club that Rosenier must address quickly. Currently fifth in the Premier League, Chelsea face a crucial match against Newcastle United this Saturday to keep their top-four hopes alive.