Enzo Fernández scored with a first-half header destined to change the game as Chelsea set up their appearance in the FA Cup final by winning 1-0 with Leeds United at Wembley Stadium.
It was the first game for Chelsea without Liam Rosenior, who was fired, and since then, the team showed a very good attitude from beginning to end under the new coach, Calum McFarlane. Leeds were still threatening when Brenden Aaronson missed a one-on-one with goalkeeper Robert Sánchez.
Chelsea fought back well, with João Pedro hitting the post, and after that, they broke the deadlock. In the 23rd minute, Pedro Neto crossed the ball perfectly for Fernández, who jumped and hit with a lot of power to help the Blues score for the first time in four matches.
Leeds continued better after the break on the back of Daniel Farke’s substitutions, and Anton Stach and Dominic Calvert-Lewin nearly scored. Even so, Sánchez played very well and saved Chelsea’s lead.
This win sees Chelsea going to their 13th FA Cup semi-final after 16 occasions, placing a final game against Manchester City on 16 May.
