Chelsea and Hove Albion and Hove Albion scripted history in the UEFA Champions League by becoming the first team to have three teenagers score in a single match, demolishing Ajax 5-1 at Stamford Bridge on October 22, 2025.
The Blues capitalized on Ajax’s early red card to run riot, with Marc Guiu, Estevao Willian, and Tyrique George all netting in the second half.
Enzo Maresca’s young squad extended their winning streak to four games, boosting confidence in the league phase.
This thrilling night excites fans across Europe and the UK as of 10:45 AM IST today, Wednesday, October 23, 2025.
Match Highlights and Goals
Ajax stunned the home crowd in the 17th minute, taking the lead through Wout Weghorst’s penalty after a VAR-reviewed red card to Kenneth Taylor for a dangerous challenge on Facundo Buonanotte.
Chelsea responded swiftly, leveling in the 22nd minute when Moisés Caicedo slotted home Enzo Fernández’s through-ball.
The Blues then took control, with Fernández converting a penalty in the 45th minute after Weghorst fouled him in the box, making it 2-1 at halftime.
The second half turned into a rout. Guiu, 18, opened his account in the 51st minute, tapping in after Cole Palmer’s cross evaded the defense.
Estevao, the 18-year-old Brazilian sensation, won and converted a penalty in the 67th minute after a handball, becoming Chelsea’s youngest-ever UCL scorer.
George, 19, capped the teenage trio’s magic in the 73rd minute, finishing a counter-attack started by Andrey Santos and assisted by Palmer.
Chelsea finished with 18 shots on target from 28 attempts, generating 3.45 expected goals (xG), while Ajax managed 0.87 xG from 6 shots.
Lineups and Key Performances
Chelsea started in a 4-2-3-1: Sánchez; Gusto, Chalobah, Badiashile, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Palmer, Nkunku, Madueke; Jackson.
Subs: Guiu (46′ for Jackson), Estevao (60′ for Madueke), George (71′ for Nkunku), and others.
Estevao (9.0 rating) dazzled with his penalty and all-round flair, nearly adding an overhead kick.
Guiu (8.5) celebrated his first UCL goal, while George (8.0) marked his debut strike with emotion, saying, “I’ve wanted this since I was eight years old.”
Palmer (8.5) created three chances and assisted twice, earning MOTM.
Ajax’s 4-3-3: Gorter; Rensch, Hato, Baas, Taylor; Taylor (red 17′), Taylor, Bergwijn; Weghorst, Brobbey, Bergwijn.
Subs: Gorter, Baas, and others. Gorter (7.0) made key saves, but Weghorst’s penalty (7.5) was their only bright spot.
Manager Reactions
Enzo Maresca called it a “special night”: “We’re lucky to have these young talents—Estevao is special, humble, and eager to learn.”
He compared him to Cole Palmer, who he coached at City, and praised the academy’s work: “Tyrique’s dream since age eight came true— that’s Chelsea.”
On the record: “No other club has three teenagers scoring in one UCL match—proud of our youth revolution.”
Ajax’s Francesco Farioli lamented the red card: “It changed everything—we competed well but couldn’t recover.” He noted Chelsea’s clinical edge.
Broader Impact
Chelsea’s win, their first UCL home victory since 2021, moves them to 11th in the league phase with 6 points from three games.
The teenage feat highlights Maresca’s youth focus, with 10 academy graduates featuring this season.
Guiu’s goal adds to his Conference League exploits, Estevao’s penalty cements his £29m value, and George’s strike follows his near-Fulham move, boosting his £20m market worth.
The match showcased Chelsea’s attack, with 11 different scorers this season—the most in LaLiga.
Ajax’s 5-1 loss echoes their defensive issues, conceding 24 in 10 games.
Fan Reactions on X
X buzzes with pride. Chelsea FC posted, “Tyrique. #CFC | #UCL” with George’s goal clip .
Holami_CFC celebrated, “Chelsea win, Estevao goal, Guiu goal, George goal… Four wins in row!” .
IrishGuyMax added, “George’s first UCL goal—hope he stays!” .
What’s Next?
Chelsea hosts Brentford in the PL on October 25, then Monaco in UCL on October 29.
Ajax faces Freiburg in Bundesliga on October 26.
This historic night fuels Chelsea’s UCL push—watch them soar!