In the match between Aston Villa and Chelsea, Chelsea emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, securing their spot in the next round of the FA Cup. Conor Gallagher, Reece James, and Fernandez scored for Chelsea, while Diaby managed to get a consolation goal for Aston Villa in the 93rd minute.
At the start, Aston Villa seemed promising, but their momentum was quickly stopped when Jackson set up Noni Madueke, who then assisted Gallagher for a precise shot into the top corner in the 11th minute. Chelsea furthered their lead in the 21st minute when Malo Gusto’s cross found a header past Emiliano Martínez, much to the delight of the 7,000 Chelsea fans in attendance.
Fernandez showcased his talent with a stunning curling free kick, leaving Martinez, his fellow Argentine and World Cup-winning teammate, unable to reach the ball.
The Chelsea fans were overjoyed with the victory, and although one win might not shift the focus away from Pochettino, Wednesday’s performance could signify a significant turning point for the team.
