Chelsea booked their place in the UEFA Conference League final after a 1-0 win over Djurgarden in the second leg of the semifinal, sealing a 5-1 win on aggregate.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall Scores the Winner
Midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored the only goal of the second leg. He finished off a great pass from Tyrique George with a low left-footed shot in the 38th minute at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca Rests Key Players
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca used a rotated squad, keeping most regular starters on the bench. Only Marc Cucurella featured from the team that recently beat Liverpool. Young midfielder Reggie Walsh made his first career start and impressed with his performance.
Chelsea’s Impressive European Record
With this win, Chelsea is on track to become the first club to win all major European competitions. They have already won the Champions League, Europa League, Cup Winners’ Cup, and Super Cup. A win in the Conference League final would complete the collection.
Real Betis Awaits in the Final
The Blues will face Real Betis in the final on May 28 in Wroclaw, Poland. Betis advanced after a dramatic 2-2 draw with Fiorentina in extra time, winning 4-3 on aggregate. Antony and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli were key players for Betis in the semifinals.
Blues Eyes Champions League Spot via Premier League
While winning the Conference League earns a Europa League spot, Chelsea is still aiming for a Champions League spot through the Premier League, where they currently sit fifth. They play Newcastle next, with fresh legs after resting starters.
