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Enzo Fernandez's Late Goal Propels Chelsea Past West Ham

2/2/2026

Summary

Fernandez Delivers Win

Enzo Fernandez scored a stoppage-time winner for Chelsea against West Ham United.
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior said the match would reveal much about his players and that the team needs to improve.
Chelsea were criticized for a passive, indecisive display, especially in the first half, with Alejandro Garnacho's performance epitomizing their struggles.
The win against a resurgent West Ham, who had won three straight matches, raises questions about Chelsea's consistency.

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Historical Context

Chelsea's victory in the 2018 FA Cup Final against Manchester United marked their eighth title in the competition, following a 1-0 win on May 19. This match was notable for being the first to use VAR and highlighted Chelsea's ongoing struggle for consistency, echoing their mixed performances in the Premier League that season, where they finished fifth, eleven points behind United.

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Fernandez Delivers Win

Enzo Fernandez scored a stoppage-time winner for Chelsea against West Ham United.
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior said the match would reveal much about his players and that the team needs to improve.
Chelsea were criticized for a passive, indecisive display, especially in the first half, with Alejandro Garnacho's performance epitomizing their struggles.
The win against a resurgent West Ham, who had won three straight matches, raises questions about Chelsea's consistency.

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