In a stunning UEFA Youth League match, Chelsea overturns Ajax in six-goal spectacle that showcased skill, pace, and teamwork. The Blues’ Under-19s continued their perfect start in the tournament with a 6-3 victory at Cobham. The performance proved why Chelsea’s academy remains one of Europe’s finest.
Chelsea started quickly and took control early. Within three minutes, Jesse Derry scored after a brilliant low cross from Ato Ampah. Ajax soon equalized through Luca Messori, but the home side stayed calm. Before the break, Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli restored Chelsea’s lead with a composed finish. His goal made him the youngest player to score for the club in the Youth League.
The second half was all Chelsea. Ampah scored twice in quick succession, showing both speed and composure. Genesis Antwi added a superb curling strike to make it 5-2. Ajax tried to fight back and scored again through Tyrese Teuwsen. However, substitute Charlie Holland ended any doubt with a late header. A stoppage-time goal from Jeshurun Simeon softened the blow for Ajax but did not change the result.
Chelsea’s win was a complete team performance. Every player contributed, and the attacking movement was fluid throughout. The match also highlighted the strength of the club’s youth system. These young players combined confidence with maturity and played with purpose from start to finish.
The 6-3 triumph cemented Chelsea’s top spot in the group. It also sent a message to their rivals — the next generation of Blues is ready. Their next challenge comes against Qarabağ FK U19s on 5 November, where they aim to continue this impressive run.
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