Mauricio Pochettino has cautioned his Chelsea team about the absence of VAR in their upcoming League Cup semi-final first leg against Middlesbrough, emphasizing the need for caution and adaptability in the face of unfamiliar circumstances.
Pochettino recognizes that many of the Chelsea players have grown accustomed to playing with VAR and stresses the importance of approaching the game differently without it.
He urges his team not to underestimate Middlesbrough and highlights the need to focus on the upcoming match rather than looking ahead to the second leg.
Pochettino acknowledges the strength of Middlesbrough as a team with good ideas and capable players, emphasizing the importance of expending all their energy in the upcoming tough game.