Chelsea FC made history on Thursday night with a dominant 8-0 win over Armenian side Noah at Stamford Bridge, marking their biggest UEFA Conference League victory and their largest win since 2012. The Blues unleashed a storm of goals, scoring six in the first half alone, in a performance that reaffirmed their top standing in Group G.
Early Threat and Chelsea’s Opening Goals
Noah nearly stunned Stamford Bridge just two minutes into the match, launching a counter-attack that ended with Goncalo Gregoria testing Chelsea’s goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen. The early scare proved brief as Chelsea seized control, launching a relentless assault that Noah’s defense struggled to withstand. By the sixth minute, the Blues should have been up, but Joao Felix missed an open chance from Tyrique George’s pinpoint cross.
Chelsea didn’t have to wait long to break the deadlock. In the 12th minute, Tosin Adarabioyo headed in Enzo Fernandez’s corner, and within moments, Marc Guiu pounced on a loose Noah pass to add a second. Guiu’s maiden goal for the Blues ignited the crowd, and Chelsea maintained their offensive surge with Axel Disasi and Joao Felix netting goals in the 17th and 20th minutes, respectively.
Mudryk and Felix Extend Chelsea’s Lead
Just before halftime, Mykhailo Mudryk contributed with a spectacular 20-yard strike, swiftly followed by Joao Felix’s second goal of the night after a well-coordinated counter-attack led by Disasi. The teams went into halftime with Chelsea holding a 6-0 lead, and Noah grateful for the break from Chelsea’s onslaught.
Second-Half Adjustments and Nkunku’s Brilliance
Enzo Maresca rotated his lineup for the second half, introducing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Cesare Casadei. With Chelsea continuing to press, Nkunku joined the scoring in the 69th minute. Although his initial attempt was blocked, he followed up with a strike that beat the defense for Chelsea’s seventh. Minutes later, he converted a penalty, sealing his brace and Chelsea’s eighth goal.
A Moment of Respect for a Chelsea Legend
Before the game, Stamford Bridge paid tribute to John Dempsey, a Chelsea great who passed away earlier in the week. Dempsey had been part of Chelsea’s record-breaking 13-0 win over Jeunesse Hautcharage in 1971, and fans showed their respect with a round of applause and a display on the big screen.
Final Push and Academy Talent
As the game wound down, Maresca offered academy midfielder Samuel Rak-Sakyi his Chelsea debut, giving fans a glimpse of the club’s promising future. Rak-Sakyi had a late chance to score, but his shot sailed over, leaving Chelsea’s tally at eight.
What’s Next for Chelsea?
With this emphatic victory, Chelsea sits atop their UEFA Conference League group, boasting a +13 goal difference. Next, they face Arsenal in a high-stakes London derby on Sunday, promising a much more challenging matchup before the international break.
This historic win shows Chelsea’s newfound attacking prowess, giving fans hope for a strong season ahead.