Frank Lampard said he learned more about his squad in their dismal display at Bournemouth than he ever could in training.
In a message that should serve as a startling wake up call to those on the fringes of the first team, the Blues boss insisted the side he picked should have fared better on the south coast. Before the game, Lampard had stressed that while he would make changes he wanted to take the Carabao Cup seriously.
After a side that started with 11 changes fell to a 4-1 defeat he spoke of his disappointment at the performance as he admitted he wanted to see more from his players.