“It’s the hope that kills you,” reflected a less-than-optimistic Middlesbrough supporter as he made his way to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night. How Mauricio Pochettino can relate to that sentiment. Yet after a ruthless performance that blew away their opponents from the Championship during an impressive first half, perhaps Chelsea’s manager is finally on to something?
Reaching the Carabao Cup final is the least Todd Boehly and co could expect having already spent more than £1bn in transfer fees since stepping into Roman Abramovich’s shoes 18 months ago. This was compelling evidence that, after a nightmare 2023 with Graham Potter and all that, the future could be very bright indeed for Chelsea’s brave new era.
