The Digest:
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has admitted that his team now has "a mountain to climb" in their bid to qualify for the UEFA Champions League next season. Speaking after Chelsea's 1-0 defeat to Manchester United at Stamford Bridge, Rosenior said the result leaves the Blues in 6th position with 48 points from 33 matches. Chelsea trail Liverpool, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Arsenal on the table. "We have to go into Brighton knowing we need to win," he added.
Key Points:
- Chelsea's fourth consecutive league defeat leaves their European hopes in tatters.
- The Blues sit 6th with only five matches remaining.
- The top five teams are ahead of Chelsea in the race for Champions League spots.
- Rosenior's role as manager faces increasing scrutiny after the loss.
- Tuesday's match against Brighton is now a must-win.
Sources: Soccernet, Sky Sports
