Reece James: Chelsea's Progress Despite Anfield Defeat

Reece James reflects on Chelsea's 2-1 loss to Liverpool, emphasizing the team's control and progress under new manager Enzo Maresca, despite the scoreline.

Chelsea's Reece James shared his thoughts after the Blues' 2-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield, highlighting the team's positive performance despite the disappointing result.

“Coming here is always tough,” James acknowledged. “I think we controlled most of the game. They had chances, but we had a few chances as well but didn't take them.”

James' assessment underscores Chelsea's growth under new manager Enzo Maresca. Despite the loss, the right-back remains optimistic about the team's trajectory.

"We are definitely moving in the right direction," James emphasized. “The scoreline doesn't reflect the game. If we step back and look at performances and what we are trying to do, we have come a long way.”

James also noted the relatively short time the team has spent under Maresca's guidance. ”It is still early days, we haven't been with the manager long.”

Chelsea's display at Anfield demonstrated improvement, with midfielder Moises Caicedo standing out. While the defeat stings, James' comments suggest the team is focused on the bigger picture – developing their style and securing positive results in the long run.

The Blues will look to bounce back from this setback and continue their progress under Maresca's leadership.

Highlights 

• Reece James praises Chelsea's control and performance at Anfield
• James emphasizes the team's progress under Enzo Maresca
• Chelsea's improvement evident despite defeat to Liverpool