Kai Havertz mocked by Chelsea fans after scoring zero in MLS All-Star Skills challenge.
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Chelsea Fans Delighted as Kai Havertz Struggles for Arsenal.
Chelsea fans were unable to hide their delight at seeing Kai Havertz struggle for Arsenal in the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge on Tuesday.
Havertz, who joined the Gunners in a £65 million deal from Chelsea earlier this summer, failed to score a goal in the cross and volley challenge, ballooning several attempts high over the bar.
In contrast, Folarin Balogun scored three goals in the second round of the challenge, leaving Chelsea fans feeling vindicated in their belief that they had got the better end of the deal.
Havertz did manage to score 86 points for Arsenal during the touch challenge, but his effort was littered with several displays of poor control.
Kai Havertz channels his inner Timo Werner, scores zero in Cross & Volley Challenge. Might want to look away Arsenal fans. 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/1MxjaleVHX
— Men in Blazers (@MenInBlazers) July 19, 2023
at the Dc United arsenal MLS challenge and Havertz missed every single one of these lol pic.twitter.com/8e2obExPj2
— emma (@eeemmaa_) July 19, 2023
The Germany international’s performance will do little to silence his critics, who have questioned his ability to consistently perform at a high level.
Arsenal fans will be hoping that Havertz can put his recent struggles behind him when they face an MLS All-Stars side managed by Wayne Rooney on Wednesday evening.
Ayo Arsenal got scammed 😭 pic.twitter.com/KOlIZ4zT1z
— 𝐄𝐑 (@ErlingRoIe) July 19, 2023
The match will be the Gunners’ first friendly of their pre-season tour of the United States.
Analysis
Havertz’s performance in the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge was a reminder of the inconsistency that has plagued his career at Chelsea.
The Germany international has shown flashes of brilliance at times, but he has also been guilty of making costly mistakes.
It remains to be seen whether Havertz can find the consistency that he needs to be a success at Arsenal. However, his performance on Tuesday will do little to boost his confidence.
Chelsea fans will be hoping that their former star continues to struggle at Arsenal. However, Arsenal fans will be hoping that Havertz can put his recent struggles behind him and become a key player for the club.
