Chelsea secured their first win under manager Enzo Maresca with a 2-0 victory over Servette in the Uefa Conference League play-off. The goals came from Christopher Nkunku and Noni Madueka, with the Blues putting in a solid performance overall.
Filip Jorgensen impressed in goal, making key saves to keep Servette at bay. Renato Veiga and Benoit Badiashile held their own in defence, while Tosin Adarabioyo had a decent debut following his move from Fulham. Axel Disasi was substituted for Malo Gusto as Maresca rotated his squad.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall showed energy in midfield, with Moises Caicedo helping to control possession. Pedro Neto and Christopher Nkunku tested the Servette defence, with Nkunku converting a penalty to open the scoring. Marc Guiu missed a golden opportunity to extend the lead before being replaced by Cole Palmer.
Mykhailo Mudryk added aggression on the left flank, while Enzo Fernandez made an impact off the bench with an assist for Noni Madueke’s goal. Cole Palmer also entered the fray to contribute to the team’s performance.
Overall, Chelsea showed promise under Maresca’s guidance, with new signings and young talents stepping up to secure a crucial win in Europe. The blend of experience and youth in the squad bodes well for the upcoming challenges in the Conference League and beyond.
