What Chelsea fans are all saying about Joao Felix’s after performance vs Leicester
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Chelsea Bounce Back with a Crucial Win at Leicester
Blues Secure a 2-1 Victory
Chelsea ended their winless streak in the Premier League with a significant 2-1 triumph over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. Following two consecutive league draws before the international break, the Blues rediscovered their winning touch on Saturday afternoon.
Nicolas Jackson opened the scoring with a clever finish using the outside of his boot, while Enzo Fernandez doubled the lead. Although Jordan Ayew converted a stoppage-time penalty for Leicester, it only served as a consolation.
Jackson’s Brilliant Goal Wins Praise
Former Chelsea star Emmanuel Petit was full of praise for Nicolas Jackson’s clinical opener. The striker’s intelligent finish reminded fans of his immense potential and quality in front of goal.
Joao Felix Grabs Attention with Strong Performance
Enzo Maresca made some bold choices with his lineup, including starting Joao Felix for the first time in the league this season. The Portuguese forward has impressed in cup competitions, and his international form earned him a spot in the XI against Leicester.
Felix’s performance was met with widespread acclaim from Chelsea supporters, who took to social media to praise his display:
- @D4nchls: “Top, top game from Felix, he has to start from now on.”
- @CFCRobL: “I’ll say it very quietly… quite a promising performance from Felix there, reigned in the self-indulgence (not completely), largely made good decisions and put in a solid shift off the ball. Far from his biggest fan but credit where it’s due, liked his performance today.”
- @PulisicEra: “Honestly loved this setup today, should’ve won by four goals. Also praying this means Felix will be starting going forward.”
- @landopulisic: “Joao looked sharp today. I’m really glad he got the start. Shame he didn’t get a goal from it but I hope we see some more starts from him.”
- @disassyy: “We all agree that Joao Felix and Pedro Neto should start next week, right…”
Felix’s Performance by the Numbers
Felix’s contributions on and off the ball stood out, with impressive stats from Fotmob:
- Match rating: 7.7
- Minutes played: 81
- Total shots: 3
- Successful dribbles: 4/8 (50%)
- Touches: 64
- Touches in opposition box: 5
- Accurate passes: 37/43 (86%)
- Chances created: 1
- Tackles won: 2/3 (67%)
- Recoveries: 5
- Duels won: 9
- Duels lost: 6
His ability to combine creativity with defensive work rate impressed fans and solidified his claim for more starts.
Promising Signs for Felix and Palmer Partnership
Maresca had previously hinted at a potential partnership between Felix and Cole Palmer. Saturday’s game proved the duo could coexist effectively in Chelsea’s lineup, creating optimism for future matches.
What’s Next for Chelsea?
With this crucial win, Chelsea will look to build momentum as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures. If Felix and Jackson continue their form, and Fernandez maintains his midfield dominance, the Blues could find themselves climbing the league table in no time.
