Chelsea Secure Spot in Conference League Final

Chelsea comfortably reached the Conference League final, secured by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall`s goal in the first half.

Enzo Maresca`s side had already established a commanding lead in the first leg with a dominant victory. Dewsbury-Hall`s well-taken finish provided the home fans with a moment to celebrate in the return fixture.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Reggie Walsh of Chelsea celebrating a goal.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored the only goal in the second leg (Credit: Shutterstock Editorial)

Tyrique George provided the assist for the midfielder, who skillfully cut inside Djurgarden defender Miro Tenho before calmly slotting the ball into the net.

Following the goal, Chelsea went through the motions, which was entirely understandable given the limited threat posed by their Swedish visitors.

Jadon Sancho of Chelsea in a blue jersey.
Jadon Sancho struggled to impress (Credit: Shutterstock Editorial)

Here are the Chelsea player ratings:

Filip Jorgensen – 6

Chelsea`s goalkeeper making a save during a soccer match.
Filip Jorgensen kept a clean sheet (Credit: Getty)
Illustration of Filip Jørgensen`s game statistics
Filip Jorgensen`s Match Statistics

Made a few useful saves when called upon, but the Chelsea keeper was not seriously tested. He maintained concentration effectively.

Malo Gusto – 6

Chelsea`s Malo Gusto in action during a soccer match.
Malo Gusto showed his versatility (Credit: Reuters)
Malo Gusto`s match stats
Malo Gusto`s Match Statistics

Demonstrated his versatility again as Maresca deployed players in various positions. He pushed forward effectively at times but, similar to many others on the pitch, lacked impact in the attacking third.

Tosin Adarabioyo – 7

Referee showing a yellow card to a Chelsea player.
Tosin Adarabioyo picked up a booking (Credit: Getty)
Illustration of Tosin Adarabioyo's soccer game statistics
Tosin Adarabioyo`s Match Statistics

Led the defense authoritatively, providing constant direction. He appeared completely comfortable handling the limited attacking efforts from the visitors. He also played a well-placed pass to Tyrique George contributing to the opening goal.

Benoit Badiashile – 6

Benoit Badiashile, Chelsea player #5, playing soccer.
Benoit Badiashile saw plenty of the ball (Credit: AFP)
Illustration of Benoît Badiashile's soccer stats
Benoit Badiashile`s Match Statistics

The French defender had such little defensive work that he barely warranted a rating – an evening he would gladly repeat weekly.

Marc Cucurella – 6

Marc Cucurella of Chelsea challenged for the ball by Keita Kosugi of Djurgarden during a soccer match.
Marc Cucurella played in the midfield (Credit: Getty)
Illustration of Marc Cucurella's match statistics
Marc Cucurella`s Match Statistics

Played the entire first half in a midfield position, fitting in well alongside…

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