10 Embarrassing Chelsea Defeats in Premier League History
Even the most successful football clubs have their fair share of embarrassing defeats. Chelsea, despite their numerous triumphs and trophies, is no exception. Here are 10 of the most humiliating losses suffered by the Blues over the years:
1. Manchester City 6-0 Chelsea (February 10, 2019)
This one-sided affair saw Chelsea humiliated at the Etihad Stadium. Sergio Aguero scored a hat-trick as Manchester City ran riot, with Chelsea failing to register a single shot on target.
2. Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea (April 23, 2024)
Chelsea’s misery continued in the 2023/24 season when they were thrashed 5-0 by Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Eddie Nketiah scored a brace as the Gunners ran rampant, leaving Chelsea with their heaviest defeat in over two decades.
3. Manchester United 4-0 Chelsea (August 11, 2019)
The start of the 2019/20 season was a nightmare for Chelsea as they were hammered 4-0 by Manchester United at Old Trafford. Marcus Rashford scored twice as the Red Devils dominated from start to finish.
4. Leeds United 3-0 Chelsea (August 21, 2022)
Newly promoted Leeds United shocked Chelsea with a 3-0 victory at Elland Road in the opening game of the 2022/23 season. Kalidou Koulibaly was sent off as Leeds took advantage of Chelsea’s defensive frailties.
5. Bournemouth 4-0 Chelsea (January 30, 2019)
Bournemouth celebrated the 30th anniversary of their first meeting with Chelsea in style by thrashing the Blues 4-0 at the Vitality Stadium. Maurizio Sarri’s side were outplayed in every department, with Callum Wilson scoring a hat-trick.
6. Watford 4-1 Chelsea (February 5, 2018)
Chelsea’s defense was in shambles as they were humbled 4-1 by Watford at Vicarage Road. Troy Deeney scored a brace as the Hornets took advantage of Chelsea’s poor form.
7. Liverpool 5-1 Chelsea (September 21, 1996)
This was one of Chelsea’s heaviest defeats in the Premier League era. Liverpool ran riot at Anfield, with Robbie Fowler scoring a hat-trick as Chelsea’s defense crumbled.
8. Chelsea 2-4 Manchester City (February 27, 2010)
Chelsea’s title hopes were dealt a blow when they were beaten 4-2 by Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Carlos Tevez scored a brace as City took advantage of Chelsea’s defensive errors.
9. Chelsea 1-4 Brentford (April 2, 2022)
Newly promoted Brentford stunned Chelsea with a 4-1 victory at Stamford Bridge. Yoane Wissa scored a hat-trick as the Bees exposed Chelsea’s defensive weaknesses.
10. Chelsea 1-3 Liverpool (October 31, 2015)
Chelsea’s Halloween horror show continued when they were beaten 3-1 by Liverpool at Stamford Bridge. Philippe Coutinho scored a brace as the Reds took advantage of Chelsea’s defensive frailties.
