Robert Sanchez: Pat Nevin says what everyone is thinking about ‘absolutely awful’ Chelsea incident vs Everton
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Credit: Imago Sat 21 March 2026 18:17, UK Robert Sanchez almost gifted Everton an early opener against Chelsea at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday evening.The under-pressure goalkeeper was far too relaxed in possession as he was closed down by Beto, narrowly escaping, but providing his teammates with a moment of panic on 21 March.Liam Rosenior has been quizzed over the Blues’ goalkeeper position ever since he arrived at Stamford Bridge, with the Spaniard being dropped in big games for replacement Filip Jorgensen instead.It would have been an awful start to Chelsea’s clash with Everton on Merseyside, but one that would have simply been of the manager’s own making by starting him in the game. ⚽ Chelsea Matchday⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Chelsea fixture at Stamford Bridge. VISIT THE CHELSEA MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Robert Sanchez is nearly a laughing stock vs EvertonIt is not the first time that the shot-stopper has left supporters wincing and hiding behind their sofas with the ball at his feet, but he continues to take unnecessary risks at the back.Reporting for BBC Sport (21 March), Pat Nevin said: “It’s the weirdest thing.
Robert Sanchez doesn’t look comfortable. His first touch is absolutely awful, but it’s better than his second touch, which was dreadful.“He’s staggeringly lucky to get away with that one.
He just didn’t feel like there was danger there.”First-half statsEvertonChelseaPossession39%61%Expected goals (xG)0.690.84Shots49Shots on target32Big chances22Football fans from up and down the Premier League continue to question why the 28-year-old keeps getting key minutes for the West London club, but Rosenior only has positive things to say about him.Liam Rosenior’s comments only infuriate Chelsea fans furtherUnderstandably, Rosenior wants his players to remain confident while the squad are pushing for Champions League qualification this season, but he has overstepped the mark.From refusing to accept that he’s picked a first choice to labelling Sanchez as “one of the best goalkeepers in the league,” the new manager has created a mess for himself.The only way to solve it will be delving into the summer transfer window for a new goalkeeper, with Football Insider understanding that Chelsea are interested in Robin Roefs of Sunderland.Rosenior needs a goalkeeper with plenty of experience, and while Mike Penders, currently on loan at Strasbourg, has impressed this season, he has zero knowledge of the Premier League. 🦁 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Chelsea Insider Access Get the full story from Stamford Bridge and Cobham with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from West London.