Carter believes his team, likely "Blues," did not perform as well as expected in a match against Barcelona. This implies a sense of disappointment or frustration with the team's performance against a strong opponent.

Chelsea Women defender Jess Carter acknowledged that the team bears responsibility for their Champions League exit against Barcelona, emphasizing the need for improvement in crucial areas to achieve their goal of lifting the trophy.

For the second consecutive season, Chelsea Women's Champions League journey ended in the semi-finals with a 2-1 aggregate loss to Barcelona. Despite holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg, Chelsea couldn't maintain it in the return fixture at a sold-out Stamford Bridge, conceding an equalizer in the first half and facing further challenges after a red card and penalty in the second half.

Carter refused to attribute the defeat solely to officiating decisions, emphasizing that Chelsea's inconsistency over the two legs ultimately cost them a spot in the final.

"You can't concede possession to Barcelona for 90 minutes and expect to win," said Carter. She highlighted missed opportunities against top teams, emphasizing the importance of capitalizing on chances in high-stakes matches.

Reflecting on the match, Carter mentioned that Chelsea's tactical discipline and ball possession were lacking compared to the first leg, where they performed exceptionally.

Despite the disappointment, Carter expressed gratitude for the incredible support from the first sell-out crowd at Stamford Bridge, acknowledging the fans' unwavering backing despite adverse weather conditions.

With the European campaign behind them, Chelsea Women must shift their focus back to domestic competitions, particularly the Women's Super League title race. Their immediate attention turns to an upcoming match against Liverpool, where they aim to narrow the gap with league leaders Manchester City.

"We have to dust ourselves off and go again," concluded Carter, highlighting the team's determination to bounce back quickly and continue their pursuit of domestics uccess.