Chelsea star galvanized by Todd Boehly's dressing room rally cry after embarrassing home defeat
Raheem Sterling was galvanized by Todd Boehly's passionate rallying cry after being singled out by the Blues co-owner, talkSPORT understands.
The American burst into Stamford Bridge locker room after the 2-1 defeat to Brighton last April with the intention of giving a pep talk to their underperforming stars.
It is understood that the English winger was closer to the door when Boehly entered, where he described the club's six-game winless streak as “shameful.”
Despite telling 29 years Because he was a world-class player, Sterling was told he could have given more in terms of performance and leadership.
But Sterling did not take Boehly's speech as a negative, and the incident is believed to have galvanized him.
He also saw the rallying cry as nothing more than Boehly trying to help motivate the Chelsea team.
Sterling is just one goal away from equaling his tally of five Premier League goals from last season, while he has equaled his three assists.
first city of manchester The star returns to the Etihad this weekend, a place where he was celebrated during a trophy-laden seven-year period.
The same cannot be said for his time in west London, where fans have regularly expressed their frustration with the four-time Premier League winner.
The latest episode of fan unrest came after Chelsea's 4-2 home defeat to Wolves earlier this month, when Sterling was attacked for, among others, his poor performance.
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Sterling hasn't started in a while Chelsea since then, having played supporting roles in away victories in Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.
Sterling's hopes of being called up to the England squad ahead of Euro 2024 are also at stake as time runs out to remind Gareth Southgate of his qualities.
