Chelsea snatched a dramatic 2–1 victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, with young Brazilian sensation Estêvão Willian emerging as the hero in the dying seconds of the match. The 17-year-old winger, who continues to justify the hype surrounding his arrival, struck a breathtaking winner in the 90+5th minute, sending the home fans into absolute ecstasy and sealing a statement win for Enzo Maresca’s men.
The game began with high intensity from both sides, each aware of the weight this fixture carries in the Premier League title race. Chelsea started brightly, with Cole Palmer and Raheem Sterling combining well on the flanks to stretch Liverpool’s defense. Their efforts paid off midway through the first half when Nicolas Jackson capitalized on a loose ball in the box, slotting past Alisson to give Chelsea a deserved lead.
Liverpool, however, responded as expected. Jürgen Klopp’s men began to press higher, and their persistence finally broke Chelsea’s shape. Mohamed Salah, who had been relatively quiet early on, provided a precise assist to Darwin Núñez, who finished clinically to level the game just before halftime. The goal reignited Liverpool’s momentum, and for much of the second half, they looked the more threatening side.
Chelsea, though, refused to fold. Enzo Maresca’s tactical substitutions proved decisive, particularly the introduction of Estêvão. The teenager’s pace and flair immediately caused trouble for Liverpool’s tiring back line. As the clock ticked toward stoppage time, both sides appeared to settle for a draw — but Estêvão had other plans.
In the fifth minute of added time, Reece James whipped in a dangerous cross that found Estêvão on the edge of the area. With remarkable composure, the youngster cut inside past Robertson and curled a magnificent effort into the far corner, leaving Alisson with no chance. The stadium erupted, and Estêvão’s name was chanted across the stands as Chelsea players mobbed him in celebration.
The win was not only a crucial three points for Chelsea but also a significant confidence boost for Maresca’s project. The victory keeps the Blues within touching distance of the top four and underlines their growing resilience under pressure. For Liverpool, it was a bitter end to a competitive match they might feel they deserved more from.
But this night belonged to Estêvão — the teenager who announced himself on England’s grandest stage with a winner that will be remembered by Chelsea fans for years to come.
