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'Maybe they shouldn't be playing at this level' – Sarri eviscerates 'mentally weak' Chelsea players

Maurizio Sarri has slammed his Chelsea players following their 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, stating that that his players are 'very difficult to motivate'.

Chelsea's backline started frantically at the Emirates, conceding possession on numerous occasions before they were made to pay by Alexandre Lacazette's fine finish from a tight angle.

A little bit of luck went the Gunners' way for their second, a lofted cross going in off Laurent Koscielny's shoulder as he attempted to head home.

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Regardless, Chelsea looked blunt and predictable throughout, and their manager opted to speak in his native Italian so that his point would be as clear as possible.