Fair and accurate overall — with one or two contentious points.
Standouts:
Levi Colwill (8): Fully deserved. Solid defensively and scored the winner under pressure — decisive moment in a season-defining match.
Tosin Adarabioyo (8): Continues to prove his value. Dominated aerial duels and brought calmness to the backline.
Moises Caicedo (7): Another composed display in midfield. Protected the defence well and kept Forest’s creativity in check.
Questionable Ratings:
Jadon Sancho (3.5): Justified. Anonymous for long spells, failed to impact the game. His loan spell is looking more like a failed experiment.
Enzo Fernandez (5): Perhaps slightly harsh. He struggled to dictate tempo but still offered effort defensively. A 5.5 or 6 could be more balanced.
Neto (6.5): Made the assist, which is crucial, but his earlier miss could’ve cost Chelsea. Balanced rating.
The Rest:
Reece James (6.5): Defensively disciplined and led by example. Not a flashy game but effective.
Madueke, Palmer, Cucurella (6 each): Fair — contributed without standing out. Chelsea were functional rather than fluid.
Sanchez (6): Didn’t have to make many saves, but claimed crosses well and stayed composed.
Conclusion:
The ratings largely reflect a gritty, not glamorous, performance. Chelsea showed resilience, maturity, and focus under pressure — exactly what was needed to clinch the Champions League spot. Maresca’s tactical discipline is becoming evident. Sancho remains the clear weak link, wh
ile Colwill’s rise continues.
