Post-match footage from Wembley had fuelled suggestions Madueke was not committed to the Chelsea cause but he proved otherwise at Villa Park
Simon Johnson72
Pochettino's wide players were key to Palmer's fantastic four-goal haul on Monday, providing perfect balance across each flank
Mark Carey55
Chelsea may have triumphed comfortably, but Mauricio Pochettino was left exasperated by his players bickering over who should take a penalty
Liam Twomey153
The 21-year-old made a rare league start on Saturday and his accomplished performance will have given the Chelsea manager food for thought
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Chelsea's Madueke has worked with Saul Isaksson-Hurst since 2021 with the coach concentrating on polishing the winger's game
Simon Johnson50
The Athletic takes to the away end at Bournemouth to witness the anxiety of Chelsea's support first-hand – and appreciate a rare victory
Simon Johnson67
It is 39 years since England won the U21 Euros but in thrashing France this vintage made a statement they are a force to be reckoned with
Liam Tharme47
