In an impressive display of youthful exuberance, Chelsea’s promising stars triumphed over Astana with a 3-1 victory in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday, securing their unbeaten run in the tournament. Marc Guiu, the 18-year-old sensation, made headlines by netting two goals within a swift five-minute span early in the first half.
Guiu kick-started the scoring with an impressive solo effort in the 14th minute, showcasing his incredible talent and pace. He quickly followed that up by connecting with a pinpoint cross delivered by Pedro Neto from the right flank, further demonstrating his striking prowess in the harsh cold of Kazakhstan’s capital.
This match marks Guiu’s third goal in the competition since his move from Barcelona to Chelsea earlier this summer, underlining why he is one of the most exciting prospects in English football.
Adding to the scoreline was Renato Veiga, aged 21, who expertly headed the ball home from a corner to give Chelsea a commanding 3-0 lead. However, just before halftime, Marin Tomasov found the net for the hosts, providing a brief glimmer of hope amid Chelsea’s dominance.
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Pedro Neto was the only player retained from the squad that clinched a thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League just days prior, highlighting the depth of Chelsea’s roster.
With this latest victory, Chelsea sits atop the standings of the third-tier competition, boasting a total of 15 points with one group-stage game remaining.
In another match taking place earlier, Swedish outfit Djurgarden edged past Vikingur with a 2-1 win in Iceland.
Later on Thursday, fans could anticipate more exciting fixtures, including the second-tier Europa League games. Among the highlights, the impressive Manchester United takes on Viktoria Plzen, while Rangers will host a challenging encounter against Tottenham.
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