Chelsea player ratings: One man stands out with a 9 as the Blues lose 2-1 at home to Brighton

Despite Brighton coming from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 on Frank Lampard’s first game back at Stamford Bridge, one player stood out for the Blues.

By Jacob Panons

Published 15th Apr 2023, 17:12 BST

Updated 15th Apr 2023, 17:28 BST

Here is how we rated Chelsea players’ performances.

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1. Kepa Arrizabalaga: 9

Made two great saves to deny Mitoma and Ferguson and was a calm presence in front of goal for Chelsea. Photo: Getty Images/Angel Martinez

2. Trevoh Chalobah: 6

Made some important challenges but Mitoma was a constant problem for the defender. Photo: Getty Images/Mike Hewitt

3. Wesley Fofana: 6

Didn’t do anything of note in the first half and was taken off after around 55 minutes. Photo: Getty Images/Catherine Ivill

4. Benoit Badiashile: 5

Made some good clearances and looked comfortable at the back with the ball at his feet, although he was dispossessed a couple of times and a poor clearance led to Brighton’s first goal. Photo: Getty Images/Mike Hewitt