Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has acknowledged that his side failed to meet expectations in their disappointing defeat to Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.
The Blues suffered a 2-0 loss at Stamford Bridge, with the performance leaving Alonso frustrated as he believes his players are capable of delivering much more.
The Spanish manager stressed that Chelsea must raise their standards, particularly in matches that carry such significance for the supporters.
Alonso understands the importance of the London derby and admitted that the team’s display was not good enough for a fixture of that magnitude.
Despite the setback, the Chelsea boss remains confident in his squad’s ability to respond positively and show a stronger level of performance in their upcoming games.