Trevoh Chalobah shocking, Enzo Fernandez incredible – Chelsea ratings v Djurgarden
Chelsea secured a routine 4-1 win over Djurgarden in Sweden ahead of a Europa Conference League second-leg at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Fernandez put on a show away from home, setting up Jadon Sancho for the opener after just 12 minutes before supplying the assist for Noni Madueke‘s goal just before the half-time break.
Despite an early burst from Djurgarden in the second half, substitute Nicolas Jackson scored a six-minute brace, which meant Alemayehu Mulugeta’s consolation goal meant very little for the home side.
While Enzo Maresca is under pressure from the Chelsea supporters, it was a very simple victory away from Stamford Bridge, with the Blues putting one foot firmly in the Europa Conference League final.
Filip Jorgensen – 8
Very little the goalkeeper could do to keep Djurgarden’s goal out. Made several saves to keep his side from putting needless pressure on themselves ahead of the second leg.
Josh Acheampong – 6
A decent display from the 18-year-old full-back, who stayed strong in the tackle and linked up well with Madueke.
Filip Jorgensen proves solid at the back for Chelsea
Tosin Adarabioyo – 7
Always looks very secure with the ball at his feet, passing out from the back, and winning duels whenever called upon in the centre of defence.
Benoit Badiashile – 5
A bit disappointing from the France international. Lost duels, was rather inaccurate with his long passes forward, and gave away fouls in silly areas.
Marc Cucurella (Off for Chalobah 46′) – 5
Maresca clearly wanted the Spaniard to rest for the final few matches of the campaign, and after failing to make much of an impact in the final third, it felt right to replace him at half-time.
Reece James leads from the front
Reece James (Off for Caicedo 46′) – 7
Led like a captain, at least until the half-time break, spraying passes, creating chances, and even having a pop-shot of his own from long range.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – 6
Did all the simple things well, but that was it. No attempts at goal, limited chances created in the final third, but kept things ticking over in midfield until Caicedo came on.
Noni Madueke (Off for Jackson 46′) – 7
Great goal to double Chelsea’s lead, striding onto his teammate’s pass to strike into the bottom corner. Will be needed in the final, so it was sensible to replace him early on.
Enzo Fernandez (Off for Palmer 46′) – 9 – Man of the Match
So effortless. Grabbed another two assists in a brilliant season for the Argentine, who continues to take a leading role in the squad.
Jadon Sancho – 7
Quietened down a lot after his early goal. With the ball going down the other flank, he was ignored, but when he did finally get the ball, he was a big threat on the left-hand side.
Tyrique George (Off for Walsh 88′) – 4
A very disappointing night for the young striker, who barely got involved despite Chelsea’s dominance in attack. Looked brighter in the second half but missed a real chance to prove himself.
Trevoh Chalobah substitute backfires
Substitutes
Trevoh Chalobah (On for Cucurella 46′) – 2
Just awful. Substituted on to solidify the defence but only made it more shaky, making too many errors and allowing the Djurgarden attackers to skate past him. Very poor evening, as the hosts’ only goal came down his side as he left acres of space for the cross to come in.
Cole Palmer (On for Fernandez 46′) – 6
Grabbed an assist during his 45 minutes on the pitch, but created very little else of note.
Nicolas Jackson (On for Madueke 46′) – 8
Firmly placed one leg in the final for Chelsea with his second-half brace. Looks to be back to his best.
Moises Caicedo (On for James 46′) – 6
Rollercoaster of a 45 minutes for Caicedo. Grabbed an assist before picking up a needless yellow card before the second leg at Stamford Bridge.
Reggie Walsh (On for George 88′) – N/A