Drogba Arena, 23 September 2054 – Chelsea continued their rampant Premier League form with a commanding 6–0 win over Reading, a result that keeps Calin Dimario’s side top of the table after five matches. A clinical hat-trick from Netanel Sahar and goals from Jairzinho, Nacho Valera and Pelé highlighted another display of attacking excellence from the Blues.
It took just fifteen minutes for Chelsea to take the lead, as Jairzinho pounced on a defensive lapse by Frankie Clipston to slot home. Nacho Valera doubled the advantage before half-time with a towering header from close range, followed by Pelé’s neat finish from inside the box in the 45th minute to send the hosts in 3–0 up at the break.
The second half belonged to Netanel Sahar. The Israeli striker, last season’s top scorer for Chelsea, took charge with a ruthless display in front of goal. He opened his account with a header in the 69th minute, doubled his tally just two minutes later after capitalising on Hery Jalil’s misjudged clearance, and sealed his hat-trick deep into stoppage time with a precise volley from close range. His performance earned him Player of the Match with a 9.4 rating.
New signing Nicola Orlandi, making his debut after a £16.75 million move from Juventus, impressed the home supporters with a composed defensive display and intelligent distribution. The 20-year-old right-back was also joined by fellow debutant Götz Pauls, with both earning praise from manager Dimario after the match.
Dimario lauded his team’s consistency: “We’re playing with freedom and trust. The players understand their responsibilities, and we’re seeing the rewards. Sahar’s finishing today was world-class.”
Premier League Outlook
After five matches, Chelsea remain unbeaten and top the Premier League with 13 points and a remarkable +19 goal difference. Nottingham Forest’s late win over Huddersfield keeps them within a point of the leaders, while Everton and Arsenal trail closely behind on ten points each.
At the other end of the table, Luton Town and Stoke City continue to struggle, both still winless and sitting bottom with -13 goal differences. Southampton’s narrow defeat to Liverpool leaves them in 18th with just two points.
Final Score: Chelsea 6–0 Reading
Goals: Jairzinho (15’), Valera (40’), Pelé (45’), Sahar (69’, 71’, 90+4’)
Attendance: 82,381
Player of the Match: Netanel Sahar (Chelsea, 9.4 rating)
Chelsea march on under Calin Dimario, firing another six goals to tighten their grip on top spot in the Premier League.