Last updated on August 25, 2025
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Tonight, the boys proved critics wrong in style.
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Chelsea fans, what a night at the London Stadium.
The Blues didn’t just edge past West Ham—they tore them apart with a 5–1 win that had everything: goals, confidence, and even a glimpse of the future with young Estevão shining on his debut.
It felt like more than just three points.
This was the kind of performance that makes you stop and say, “something is happening here.”
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From resilience after going behind, to the way different players stepped up in attack, there are plenty of lessons to take away.
Here’s what we learned from Chelsea’s emphatic win.
Table of Contents
1. Chelsea finally have goals in them
For weeks, everyone kept saying the same thing: “Chelsea create chances but can’t score.”
Tonight, the boys proved them wrong in style.
Five different players hit the back of the net, and that’s the best part—it’s not just one man carrying the attack.
This was proper teamwork.
João Pedro, Neto, Enzo, Caicedo, and Chalobah all stepped up, showing that goals can come from anywhere on the pitch.
That’s the sign of a team that’s growing in confidence. The “can’t score” tag? Gone.
2.Estevão is the real deal
What a debut. At just 18, Estevão walked into a London derby like he’s been playing in the Premier League for years.
No nerves, no fear—just pure confidence.
He grabbed an assist with a clever run and pass, but it wasn’t just that moment.
The way he dribbled, the way he demanded the ball, the way he played with freedom—it all screamed “future star.”
Chelsea fans have seen plenty of youngsters come through, but this kid feels special.
If tonight was just the beginning, the future looks very bright.
3. Maresca’s system is clicking
You can really see Maresca’s ideas taking shape now.
The tempo was quicker, the pressing was sharper, and the attack actually had balance.
It wasn’t just players running around—it looked like a team with a plan.
Every time West Ham tried to play out, Chelsea pressed them into mistakes.
When Chelsea attacked, it wasn’t rushed—it was controlled, with movement and purpose.
That’s structure, and it’s starting to shine through.
This wasn’t luck. It was a sign that Maresca’s system is settling in, and the players are beginning to believe in it.
4. Resilience after setbacks
Old Chelsea might have panicked after going a goal down so early.
In the past, conceding in the 6th minute could have killed the team’s rhythm. But not this time.
Instead of dropping their heads, the boys stayed calm and played their way back.
They didn’t just respond—they responded in style, scoring five unanswered goals.
That shows a new kind of mentality, one that says: “we’re not afraid of setbacks, we’ll fight back harder.”
This resilience is what Chelsea fans have been waiting to see.
5. Depth matters
No Cole Palmer? No problem. Chelsea’s attack still looked electric, and that says a lot about the squad.
Different players stepped up—João Pedro, Neto, Enzo, Caicedo, Chalobah—all showing they can deliver when it matters.
It wasn’t about waiting for one star to save the day, it was about the whole team sharing the load.
That’s real depth. When Palmer returns, imagine how much stronger this attack will be.
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6. Chelsea’s hot away form
Chelsea have shown they can deliver strong performances on the road, and this 5–1 win in a London derby is a shining example.
Across their last 28 away matches in all competitions, Chelsea won half (14), drew 5, and lost 9.
- They averaged 1.64 goals scored per away game and conceded just 1.21, showing real consistency and offensive threat away from home.
- In the Premier League specifically, their away form in 2025 had been patchy—just 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses—leading to a negative goal difference.
But that looks set to change: this 5–1 London derby triumph away from home was not only emphatic—it was a statement of intent.
It injects confidence into the squad and shows they’re ready to turn their away-day fortunes around.
7. Neto shines even in a new role
Pedro Neto wasn’t even playing in his usual role, but you wouldn’t have known it from the way he performed.
Maresca shifted him into a different position, and instead of struggling, he adapted brilliantly.
He ran the channels, pressed hard, and still found the moment of magic with that stunning volley.
More than just a goal, Neto showed he can be flexible and still make a big impact.
That’s huge for Chelsea—it means Maresca has another weapon who can deliver wherever he’s asked to play.
