There may only have been 100-200 fans protesting outside the stadium before the game, but against the backdrop of that fringe movement, this was a win Chelsea needed. There are various concerns within the fanbase, and not everyone agreed with those gathered outside the Britannia Gate before kick-off. Just one win in nine matches before this was at the heart of those concerns - and chants in support of former manager Enzo Maresca, who left on New Year's Day, highlighted the rising distrust in the club's decision-making.
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