Chelsea maintained their perfect record in the Europa Conference League with a composed 2-0 victory over Heidenheim.
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Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk were on target, but it was Jadon Sancho’s masterful creativity that stood out, assisting both goals in the second half.
Sancho’s pinpoint deliveries allowed Nkunku and Mudryk to convert with class, helping Chelsea overcome the German side, who had a strong record coming into the game.
Despite some defensive lapses, particularly from Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile, goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen stood tall to deny Heidenheim, who also had two goals ruled out.
Here’s a closer look at Chelsea’s player ratings following their win at the Voith-Arena.
Chelsea Player Ratings
Filip Jorgensen (8)
Delivered a commanding performance, making crucial saves to preserve Chelsea’s clean sheet. His composure under pressure was pivotal in thwarting Heidenheim’s attacks.
Renato Veiga (7)
Energetic and always looking to support Chelsea’s attacking transitions. Defensively reliable, though less influential in advanced areas.
Benoit Badiashile (5)
Endured a shaky outing, picking up an early booking and struggling with Heidenheim’s physical forwards.
Tosin Adarabioyo (6)
Had moments of composure in possession but was inconsistent, with erratic passes under pressure.
Axel Disasi (6)
A mixed performance, as he was responsible for errors but also initiated the move leading to the opening goal.
Mykhailo Mudryk (7)
After a quiet start, he grew into the game with a clinical finish to seal the victory. Showed flashes of his attacking potential late on.
Cesare Casadei (6)
Struggled to adapt to the tempo, looking uncomfortable at times. His sending-off late in the game dampened his overall display.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (7)
Involved in the build-up to both goals despite occasional misjudgments. Added balance and creativity in midfield.
Jadon Sancho (8)
The standout performer, Sancho’s two assists were moments of brilliance. He improved significantly after halftime, driving Chelsea’s attack forward.
Christopher Nkunku (7)
Lively throughout, with a sharp finish for the opening goal. Missed a chance to double his tally but continued to threaten.
Marc Guiu (5)
Promising in the opening stages with intelligent runs but faded due to poor finishing and decision-making.
Substitutes
Joao Felix (5)
Offered little impact off the bench, with only one notable pass setting up Nkunku for a squandered opportunity.
Carney Chukwuemeka (5)
Showed some creativity but failed to connect meaningfully with teammates.
Samuel Rak-Sakyi (N/A)
Had minimal time to influence proceedings.
Tyrique George (N/A)
Entered too late to make a mark.
Chelsea’s next challenge will be maintaining their momentum as they return to domestic action. With Sancho pulling the strings and the team growing in confidence, the Blues will aim to replicate their European form in the league.
