Chelsea secured a crucial 3-0 victory over Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on Matchday 5 of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. Driven by a masterful night from young star Estevao, the Blues have managed to climb into the top five of the group standings.
Barcelona started the match in better form than their rivals, and Ferran Torres had a prime opportunity to score the opening goal but squandered the chance badly. After this miss, Chelsea seized control. Following two disallowed goals, they finally took the lead thanks to an own goal from Jules Kounde.
Hansi Flick’s side failed to recover after the goal, and 20 minutes later, Ronald Araujo was sent off after receiving his second yellow card. With the contest already uphill, Barcelona suffered a magnificent strike from Estevao at the start of the second half, stripping the Spanish team of any remaining hope.
With the score heavily in their favor and a man advantage, Chelsea comfortably dominated the second half. With 15 minutes remaining, Liam Delap scored the third and final goal of the match, securing the victory and moving Chelsea into the top five of the table with 10 points.
