Thursday, 25 February 2010
Mourinho's team get win
Inter Milan claimed the 2-1 win in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League first knock-out phase. Inter, now managed by former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, surprised Chelsea in the 3rd minute as Argentine striker Gabriel Milito beat Petr Cech at his near post. Milito's strike embarrassed both John Terry and Petr Cech, who should have done better to prevent the goal. Chelsea stepped up soon after and dominated possession, and saw a Drogba free-kick strike the bar. Chelsea eventually got the equaliser in the 51st minute through Saloman Kalou, who up until this point had an absolute shocker and constantly gave the ball away. Kalou was, however, the victim of a terrible refereeing decision when he was brought down just before half time by Inter's Walter Samuel. Esteban Cambiasso scored a fantastic long range effort in the 55th minute to give Inter the lead. Chelsea faced an even bigger problem when Petr Cech fell awkwardly and had to go off. It is now confirmed that he will be out for a month, which could effect the rest of Chelsea's season. Chelsea had the better of the game but Inter were resolute and held on. All eyes will be on the Mourinho's return to Stanford Bridge in three weeks.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment
Got an opinion on an issue? post it here!!!