In a Premier League clash that wrapped up early this morning, Chelsea edged Burnley 2-1 in a hard-fought contest. While the win offered a boost in their race for a top-four finish, all eyes were on Álvaro Morata—and not for the right reasons. BD Cricket Live communities, known for their sharp sports analysis, also lit up with commentary about the striker’s continued struggles in front of goal.
Starting the match as Chelsea’s lead striker, Morata appeared to be off the pace from the very beginning. His most glaring error came when he missed a golden one-on-one opportunity that should have put the Blues ahead. His poor form continued to show, and by the second half, manager Antonio Conte had seen enough. Morata was substituted and visibly fuming on the bench, throwing a tantrum that drew more attention than his on-pitch performance.
Following the match, Chelsea fans took to social media to vent their frustration. Having joined from Real Madrid for £65 million last summer as a replacement for Diego Costa, Morata was expected to deliver consistent firepower. Instead, he’s had a rough ride. In 28 appearances this season, he has scored only 11 goals. Even worse, he’s endured a lengthy goal drought and missed critical chances—like the one against Burnley—which have now made him a lightning rod for criticism.
Fans didn’t hold back online. Comments ranged from sarcasm to outright disappointment: “Why was Morata throwing a fit on the bench? Was it Burnley fans who stopped him from scoring four sitters?” Another joked, “When Morata sat down and saw the number on the back of his shirt, did he blush from embarrassment?” The criticism was harsh but not without reason, as many BD Cricket Live viewers would recognize from similar pressure situations in their own sport.
Interestingly, a segment of supporters offered a different perspective. They welcomed Morata’s emotional reaction, saying it showed that he still cares. “At least he’s not acting soft anymore,” one fan wrote. “He smashed his shin guard after being subbed. It’s good to see that kind of attitude. Better to be angry than indifferent.”
Since the start of 2018, Morata has scored just once in the Premier League, and the Burnley match was yet another missed opportunity to turn things around. His furious reaction on the bench might have spoken louder than his efforts on the field, but as Chelsea battles for Champions League qualification, time is running out for the striker to prove his worth.
As BD Cricket Live fans know all too well, form can be fickle, and public opinion even more so. Morata is now at a crossroads, and if his performances don’t improve quickly, he may need to rethink his future at Stamford Bridge.