Drama at the Bridge! Chelsea pulled off a jaw-dropping comeback on Saturday, thanks to teenage sensation Estevao, who slid in at the far post in the fifth minute of stoppage time to beat Liverpool 2-1. 😱⚽
The contest seemed headed for a stalemate after Moises Caicedo’s thunderbolt opened the scoring, and Cody Gakpo’s second-half strike had put the Reds back on level terms. But Chelsea refused to back down, piling on the pressure as the clock ticked into stoppage time.
Then came the moment of magic: Marc Cucurella whipped in a cross, and Estevao – just 18 and fresh from Palmeiras – swooped in to nod home. The stadium erupted into wild celebrations, with even Blues boss Enzo Maresca earning a red card in the chaos! 🎉
"It’s unforgettable," said Chelsea assistant Willy Caballero. "We win energy, trust, and confidence in the process." Meanwhile, Liverpool boss Arne Slot lamented the fine margins that didn’t go his way once again.
With this win, Chelsea halts Liverpool’s three-game winless run and sends the champions into the international break off the summit. For Chelsea fans, it’s a night to remember – and for Estevao, a coming-of-age moment on football’s biggest stage. 🌟
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Estevao's late winner gives Chelsea 2-1 victory over Liverpool at home
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