Chelsea Advances to Carabao Cup Semi-Finals with 3-1 Win Over Cardiff
Posted on December 17, 2025
Chelsea secured a crucial 3-1 victory against Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup, with significant contributions from substitutes Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho. This win ensures Chelsea progresses to the semi-finals and continues their pursuit of silverware.
The match started positively for Chelsea with Evann Guessand's early goal, but Cardiff soon equalized through David Turnbull. The hosts aimed to carry their momentum, but Chelsea responded effectively after halftime. Tielemans' introduction provided a renewed energy, culminating in goals from Neto and Garnacho in the closing stages.
Manager Enzo Maresca expressed his satisfaction with the team's fight and determination, particularly highlighting their ability to navigate a tricky game. This win marks an important step for Chelsea, encouraging them to build on this success as they face a rigorous schedule ahead.
As they prepare for their upcoming fixtures, the team's depth and resilience will be critical, especially with players returning from injury. Chelsea fans will be hopeful for continued performances like this as they aim for further success in both domestic and European competitions.
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