Chelsea’s victory in the Conference League was met with both skepticism and celebration, but the players made it clear how much the win meant.
The Blues dominated much of the tournament, but faced a strong challenge from Real Betis in Wroclaw, especially in the first half. However, four second-half goals secured a 4-1 victory, igniting joyous celebrations as if they had won a major trophy.
Man of the match Cole Palmer assisted Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Jackson, while Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo also scored.
Former keeper Mark Schwarzer highlighted the importance of the win, stating, “You can see what it means to them and how important it is to win it.”
This marked Chelsea’s first trophy since the Fifa Club World Cup in February 2022 and their first major title since the 2021 Champions League.
Pundits like Joe Cole and Lucy Ward emphasized the significance of the win for the squad, portraying it as a platform for future success.
Chelsea’s European journey almost ended in August, facing a tough play-off against Servette. They had to navigate a challenging route, making an average of 8.5 lineup changes per match.
Despite initial doubts and a less than sold-out final, the celebration at the end was anything but subdued.
Defender Levi Colwill noted the joy of the fans, reflecting the importance of the victory to everyone involved.