The Premier League new boy is set to make waves in the world of football, but not necessarily for all the right reasons.

In a crushing defeat at The Valley, Charlton Athletic’s new manager made a disastrous start to his tenure with a 5-1 loss to Chelsea. Despite having possession for long stretches, the home team was unable to break down the visiting side’s defense. Chelsea dominated the early exchanges and took their lead through Mason Mount in the 25th minute. A swift counterattack from the away side allowed Timo Werner to double the Blues’ advantage just before halftime. Charlton fought back with a spirited performance in the second half, but goals from Kai Havertz, Ben Chilwell, and Mason Mount further stretched their lead. The only consolation for the home team was a late strike from Karim Ansarifard, who reduced the deficit to 4-1. The result has left Charlton reeling, with questions already being asked about the new manager’s ability to turn the team’s fortunes around. Will they be able to bounce back from this humiliating defeat and start building momentum under their new leadership?