Chelsea interim manager Frank Lampard has explained why Brentford didn’t deserve to beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.

He said: “I won’t sit here and bemoan the players. I feel the opposite for the players tonight.

“We controlled the game and created more chances. With 20 per cent more confidence we win the game, probably.

“No disrespect to Brentford. Normally we win the game, we don’t because of the moment we’re in.

“I’m not concerned about what people on the outside are thinking. They don’t understand the conditions you are working in.

“Two of those games have been against Real Madrid. Brentford won at Man City earlier this season. 

“If you’re a Chelsea fan you’re used to 20 years of success and you want more. I’ve no problem with fans booing.

“I will defend the players because I know they are young players who want to do well. Is there an issue with confidence and the balance of the squad? Yeah. 

“They performed like they wanted to win. Are we dynamic enough in the final third no?

“Is there an issue with confidence in the squad? Yes. Those things won’t change overnight. I’m just supporting them.

“I understand the fans booing, they want us to win. when we win they cheer. When we lose I understand they’re disappointed.”