João Félix's impressive brace led Chelsea to a decisive victory over Panathinaikos in Athens, as the team continued their flawless run in the Conference League. The match held significant emotional weight for the Greek side, who were mourning the loss of defender George Baldock. The 31-year-old had been part of the starting lineup during their last home game on October 6, just three days before his untimely passing. Chelsea's performance was a stark contrast to the somber atmosphere, showcasing their strength and determination on the pitch.

Dewsbury-Hall shines as Chelsea secures victory in thrilling six-goal match against Gent Enzo Maresca is instilling a renewed sense of belief in Chelsea with each passing match. The Italian manager was visibly engaged on the touchline, directing his players even as his team cruised to a comfortable win—marking their fifth consecutive victory across all competitions—against Gent. In a club that has faced increasing confusion in its direction, Maresca's clear and direct approach appears to be yielding positive results. After Gent's Renato Veiga opened the scoring, Chelsea responded strongly in the second half with goals from Pedro Neto, Christopher Nkunku, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, ultimately securing the win against the Belgian side.