... increased the spirit in the camp.
The eight-game unbeaten run in the Premiership come to an end at Stamford Bridge but there is no shame in a 1-0 defeat to the current title holders.
Despite a starting XI that looked more like a Reserve side, Roeder feels that selection nightmare has been a motivational factor.
Roeder: "In a strange way, you could argue the injuries we have had have actually made the squad stronger. This adversity has actually made us grow stronger. You can sense a real willingness from the injured players for the team to win the next game."