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"I believe it's not a matter of effort," Enzo Maresca replied when questioned about Christopher Nkunku's recent absence of goals, assists, and overall contributions for Chelsea before the match.  With five goals in the Conference League, he ranks as the second-highest scorer in the tournament; however, he failed to score in both matches against his first significant opponent, Copenhagen, in the last 16, and once more here, along with no assists and now a missed penalty. Legia Warsaw might have fallen 3-0, but we believe none of those players exited the pitch as disheartened as the Chelsea attacker.  Nineteen goal contributions in slightly over 1900 minutes this season indicates he’s a) had a more than adequate campaign and b) hasn’t been utilized nearly enough by Maresca, but those goals/assists scored against Servette (2), Gent, Panathinaikos, FC Noah (3), Heidenheim, Shamrock Rovers (2), Bournemouth, Southampton (4), Morecambe, and Barrow (3) creates a contrasting v...

Man Utd still promise much but fail to deliver under Ruben Amorim, as one player’s “criminal” choice will lead to his decline in the hierarchy and eventual departure…  Ruben Amorim led his Man Utd team to the Basque area of Spain on Thursday night for his 25th match at the helm, likely feeling as though it were his 250th.  It's difficult to accept that the 40-year-old is merely four months into his tenure at Man Utd, which has been filled with drawbacks and only a few positives.  Several of the highlights have occurred in the Europa League, where four of his ten victories have been achieved.  Manchester United's departure from the FA Cup over the weekend compounded their difficulties in the Premier League, with shameless media outlets throughout the continent eagerly pushing the 'sack' narrative. In truth, we remain far from having this as a significant discussion.  It’s difficult not to feel at least some sympathy for Amorim, who anticipated a much-needed break...