The Nkunku Nightmare: How Crystal Palace Failed to Stop the RB Leipzig Star
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The visitors hoped to end the night with a draw, but a late penalty from Noni Madueke gave Blues the lead again.
It was a thrilling night for Roy Hodgson’s team, but Chelsea surprised them with their performance despite their injuries. Roy Hodgson praised Christopher Nkunku, who had a big impact on the game.
Nkunku did not score or assist, but he helped create the first goal.
The Frenchman started for Chelsea for the first time since joining from Leipzig and impressed everyone. After the game, Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson said about the 26-year-old:
- He was our main challenge, Nkunku. We had trouble stopping him. He was fast with his feet and his position.
- “His speed was hard for us to handle and he made smart moves and decisions.
- “It’s very difficult to control this type of game, especially when you are behind. We tried to catch up, we tried to fight back, but the penalty did not help us either. It’s not a night we want to remember, but we have to learn from it.
Hodgson told sportrivia247. Crystal Palace will face Brentford on December 30, 2023, while Chelsea will play Luton as they try to keep winning.
