Pele hat-trick sends Chelsea flying into Champions League Quarter Finals
Chelsea stormed into the Quarter Finals of the UEFA Champions League with a commanding 8–0 aggregate victory over FC Bayern, capped by a 4–0 second leg win at Drogba Arena.
Valera strikes early as Chelsea dismantle Bayern
Nacho Valera opened the scoring inside three minutes, pouncing on a defensive lapse to fire a skidding drive past the keeper. The relentless Pele then took centre stage — rifling home his first before half-time, doubling the lead shortly after, and completing his hat-trick in style from close range on 17 minutes of the second half.
Bayern struggled to cope with Chelsea’s precision and intensity, managing only two shots on target to the hosts’ 30. The Blues’ xG of 3.25 to Bayern’s 0.24 reflected total domination.
Player of the Match: Pele
The Brazilian maestro produced a masterclass of finishing and movement, earning a perfect 10.0 rating. His three-goal haul came from just four shots on target, and he covered an impressive 13 km as Chelsea’s creative engine.
“It’s special to score three in Europe,” Pele smiled. “But the team’s energy tonight — that’s what makes us unstoppable.”
Dimario lauds complete performance
Manager Calin Dimario credited his side’s hunger and professionalism:
“We pressed with intelligence, attacked with rhythm, and stayed disciplined. This was European football at its purest.”
With their place in the last eight secured, Chelsea look poised to continue their hunt for an unprecedented third consecutive Champions League crown.
Final Score: Chelsea 4–0 Bayern (Agg. 8–0)
Goals: Valera (3’), Pele (8’, 17’, 63’)
Player of the Match: Pele (Chelsea)
Category: Match Report, UEFA Champions League