Overview
- In the 84th minute of the 3-0 home loss, Liam Rosenior handed written instructions to substitute Alejandro Garnacho, who passed the note along until it reached defender Tosin Adarabioyo.
- Video and images of puzzled Chelsea players spread widely on social media, making the moment a focal point of post-match discussion.
- Fabio Capello called the move “out of his mind” and said players would “laugh,” while Alessandro Costacurta argued it would not help win over the dressing room.
- Paolo Condò and Paolo Di Canio also criticized the gesture, describing it as typical of newer coaches who push minute-to-minute instructions even with the tie beyond reach.
- English media and fans mocked the scene, with one report dubbing Rosenior a “LinkedIn‑style” modern coach, as attention shifts to the league with Chelsea sixth, two points off Aston Villa and eight matches remaining.