In a dramatic UEFA Champions League encounter that left fans on the edge of their seats, Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho emerged as Chelsea’s saviour, scoring a crucial second-half equalizer to secure a 2-2 draw against a resilient FC Qarabag.
The Premier League giants started brightly, with their teenage prodigy Estevão showcasing his immense talent by breaking the deadlock in the 16th minute. The early goal seemed to signal a comfortable night ahead for the visiting Blues.
However, the Azerbaijani champions staged a stunning fightback. Capitalizing on a defensive error, Leandro Andrade leveled the score in the 29th minute. The shock turned to disbelief for the travelling Chelsea supporters just before halftime when Marko Jankovic converted a penalty, sending Qarabag into the break with a surprising lead.
Manager Enzo Maresca’s halftime team talk clearly had an impact, as Chelsea emerged with renewed purpose in the second half. The pressure finally told when Garnacho found the back of the net midway through the period, restoring parity and sparing his team from a major European upset. Despite late pushes for a winner, Chelsea had to settle for a single point in a match that served as a stern reminder of the competition’s demands.
