28 February 2056 – Wembley Stadium, London
For the umpteenth time in the Călin Dimario era, Chelsea transformed Wembley into their personal stage of supremacy. A 6–1 destruction of Southampton in the Carabao Cup Final not only delivered silverware but sealed a historic treble — adding to their UEFA Super Cup and Community Shield triumphs earlier in the campaign.
The final was a masterclass in dominance and depth. Joseph Haigh’s early strike, which kissed the post before crossing the line, set the tone within eight minutes. Marcos Delfino briefly levelled for Southampton, but that was the end of their resistance. Nacho Valera’s precise penalty and Vanja Mačkic’s powerful header either side of half-time put Chelsea firmly in command.
Then came the flourish — goals from Netanel Sahar and substitute Jairzinho turned a comprehensive victory into a spectacle. Sahar’s strike against his former club was met with respect rather than celebration, while Jairzinho’s late brace, including a delicate low drive that kissed the inside of the post, was pure theatre. The Brazilian winger’s performance earned him Player of the Match honours with an 8.2 rating, two goals from two shots, and the kind of conviction that defines champions.
It was Chelsea’s 34th domestic honour under Dimario, and perhaps their most complete performance of the season. From gegenpress to grace, efficiency to artistry, The Blues’ supremacy remains unchallenged — and the treble now stands as further proof that we are witnessing one of football’s most dominant dynasties.
By Henry Vinter