Premier League 2019/20: Chelsea vs Everton – tactical analysis

Last Sunday, Chelsea hosted Everton in the Premier League. The match also marked the return of Carlo Ancelotti to Stamford Bridge; where he won a domestic double for the Blues back in 2010. However, his return ended bitterly as his team got thrashed 4–0 by the home side.

The result was pretty shocking for many. Since his arrival at Goodison Park, Everton have never lost a match whilst conceding more than one goal. Not only that, but the scoreline is also Lampard’s best result so far in the Premier League. Before this, his side never won a league match with more than a three goas difference. How did that happen? This tactical analysis will inform you how the match unfolded.

Lineups

Lampard chose 4–3–3 in this game. The duo of Antonio Rüdiger and Kurt Zouma were picked at the heart of the defence. In front of them, teenage prodigy Billy Gilmour started the game. Upfront, Olivier Giroud led the frontline; supported by Willian and Pedro Rodríguez in the flanks. Young names like Reece James, Faustino Anjorin, and Armando Broja filled Chelsea’s bench.

In the opposite side, Ancelotti picked his regular 4–4–2 for Everton. Djibril Sidibé and Lucas Digne started as the full-back pairing. In the engine room, Tom Davies was chosen alongside André Gomes. The Toffees’ attacking line was filled with talisman Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Richarlison. Players like Moise Kean, Theo Walcott, and Anthony Gordon were among their substitutes.