Premier Division — Drogba Arena, Attendance: 74,967
Chelsea’s blistering start to the new season continued with a statement 6–0 demolition of Leeds United at Drogba Arena. Two goals from Alberto Robles, alongside braces from Mario Cardozo and goals from Netanel Sahar and McKauley Civzelis, underlined a dominant display from Calin Dimario’s reigning champions.
Cardozo Sets the Tone
It took just six minutes for Mario Cardozo to open the scoring, slotting calmly past the Leeds goalkeeper after a flowing move that cut through the visitors’ press. The Argentine maestro doubled his tally before half-time with a low drive that crept in off the post, his second of the night coming moments after Francisco Pardal had been forced off injured.
Robles Takes Centre Stage
Having scored in his competitive debut earlier this month, Alberto Robles produced a complete midfield masterclass — dictating play, pressing relentlessly, and striking twice to earn the Player of the Match award with a 9.9 rating.
His first came from a perfectly struck free-kick that took a slight deflection past the keeper, and his second — a skidding drive from distance — put an exclamation mark on the evening.
The Mexican playmaker, signed this summer from Tigres for £71 million, has wasted no time proving his worth. With his goals, Chelsea now have one of the Premier League’s most dangerous midfields — a blend of precision, flair, and frightening confidence.
Sahar and Civzelis Seal the Rout
Late goals from Netanel Sahar and McKauley Civzelis ensured the scoreline reflected Chelsea’s superiority. Sahar’s volley from close range made it five before Civzelis — the veteran centre-back and club icon — capped the win with a towering header deep into stoppage time.
Dimario’s Machine Keeps Rolling
Manager Calin Dimario — now in his 34th year at the club — watched his side hit 27 shots and record 72% possession in what was one of their most complete performances of the era.
“We don’t just play to win,” Dimario said afterward. “We play to leave a mark. And Robles did that tonight.”
Chelsea remain unbeaten, sitting top of the Premier Division and looking every inch the champions they’ve become.