Chelsea\u2019s young sensation Est\u00eav\u00e3o was full of praise for teammate Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez after the Blues\u2019 emphatic 5-1 victory over Ajax in the UEFA Champions League 2025\/26 group stage clash at Stamford Bridge last night.<\/p>\n
The Brazilian wonderkid, who scored his first Champions League goal in the rout, revealed in an interview with ESPN that Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez had selflessly handed him the ball to take a penalty, a gesture that deeply moved him.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet me say thanks to Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez,\u201d Est\u00eav\u00e3o said. \u201cHe\u2019s a sensational guy, he gave me the opportunity to take the penalty. I didn\u2019t expect that. I looked at him, he gave me the ball, I was very happy.\u201d<\/p>\n
Est\u00eav\u00e3o, who joined Chelsea from Palmeiras amid huge expectations, converted the spot-kick with calm composure to make it 4-1, further cementing his reputation as one of Europe\u2019s brightest young talents.<\/p>\n
This reflects a lot of our group \u2014 very united,\u201d Est\u00eav\u00e3o added. \u201cEveryone helps each other, whether you\u2019re a starter or on the bench. It\u2019s a great environment to grow in.\u201d<\/p>\n
The dominant win over Ajax saw goals from Tyrique George, Marc Guiu, Moises Caicedo, Est\u00eav\u00e3o, and Enzo Fernandez as Chelsea extended their unbeaten run in Europe. Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez, who controlled the midfield throughout the match, earned plaudits for his leadership both on and off the pitch.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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