Chelsea 4-2 KAA Gent: Conference League Victory Seals Five Wins in a Row

Chelsea continued their impressive form in the Conference League with a thrilling 4-2 victory over KAA Gent, making it five consecutive wins across all competitions. The match featured standout performances from several members of Chelsea's B Squad, who came out firing and dominated much of the game. Despite a couple of defensive lapses, the Blues showcased their attacking prowess and resilience to secure the win.

First Half: Veiga Strikes Early, Chelsea Dominate

Chelsea wasted no time in asserting control of the match, and their dominance paid off early when Renato Veiga opened the scoring with a well-taken header from a Mykhailo Mudryk cross in the 12th minute. Veiga’s goal set the tone for the half, with Chelsea maintaining an overwhelming edge in possession and creating several chances.

Despite their control, Chelsea were unable to add to their lead before half-time. Missed opportunities combined with a slight drop in intensity allowed Gent to grow into the game, and the visitors showed some signs of life towards the end of the half. Chelsea’s slim 1-0 lead at the break was a reminder that their dominance hadn’t yet been fully converted into a comfortable cushion.

Second Half: Goals Galore and Quick Responses

Pedro Neto wasted no time extending Chelsea’s lead, scoring within the first minute of the second half to make it 2-0. However, Chelsea’s defense switched off on a set piece just moments later, allowing Gent to pull one back from a second-phase corner. The offside line was more disorganized than disciplined, and Gent capitalized to make it 2-1.

That brief setback seemed to ignite Chelsea’s offense once again. Christopher Nkunku, ever the attacking threat, added to the tally with a quickfire goal, putting the Blues back in firm control. Moments later, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored his first goal for the club, further extending the lead to 4-1 and effectively putting the game out of Gent’s reach with 20 minutes still left on the clock.

Late Consolation for Gent

Although Gent managed to score a consolation goal in the final minute of regulation, it did little to affect the outcome. Chelsea’s commanding lead was never truly under threat, and the 4-2 final scoreline was a fair reflection of the Blues’ attacking dominance throughout the match. The defensive lapses, while frustrating, did little to overshadow an overall solid performance from Chelsea’s B Squad.

A Promising Run Continues

With this win, Chelsea have now made it five consecutive victories across all competitions, continuing their strong start to the season. The performance against Gent demonstrated the depth in the squad, with several players stepping up to make their mark. As the Conference League group stage progresses, Chelsea will be eager to maintain this momentum.

Reference from:  We Ain't Got No History.