Chelsea continued their exceptional run of form with a commanding 3–0 victory over Millwall at Drogba Arena, advancing to the Fifth Round of the FA Cup. Manager Calin Dimario’s side displayed their trademark intensity and tactical precision, ensuring progression with minimal fuss in front of over 82,000 supporters.
The breakthrough came just before the half-hour mark after an error from Millwall’s Daniel Abraham allowed Marcelo to pounce and drive home a precise finish into the bottom corner. The Brazilian winger, who has been in increasingly impressive form, looked confident and decisive, constantly troubling the Millwall defence with his pace and directness.
Shon Mishpati doubled Chelsea’s advantage midway through the second half with a bullet header from close range after a clever cross from Landeira. The scoring was completed deep into stoppage time when Vanja Mačkic—one of Chelsea’s brightest young prospects—rose highest to nod in from six yards out, capping off a performance that underlined the depth and dominance of Dimario’s squad.
Marcelo’s display earned him the Player of the Match award with an 8.3 rating, having completed seven key passes and contributed significantly to Chelsea’s attacking rhythm. Director of Football Pep Guardiola was full of praise post-match, saying, “He’s got that in his locker, and it’s reassuring as a manager to know we have a player like that.”
The win marks Chelsea’s seventh consecutive victory across all competitions, as the reigning Premier League champions continue their pursuit of multiple trophies this season. Under Dimario, the Blues have shown a blend of flair, control, and discipline that few teams in England—or Europe—can match.