With a 2-1 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium, Chelsea got back on track after the international break in November. Enzo Maresca, who was instrumental in Leicester’s promotion from the Championship last season, made a triumphant return to the East Midlands.

Following early dominance, the Blues took the lead in the game within the first fifteen minutes. Nicolas Jackson set up his team’s first goal with some fantastic play, and he finished it off beautifully while being surrounded by Foxes opponents.

The home team was under constant pressure from Chelsea and barely had any opportunities to score. While attempting to escape Cole Palmer’s shot, England teammate Noni Madueke blocked it on the line, allowing his side to maintain a one-goal advantage.

In the 75th minute, Enzo Fernandez scored the second goal for the Blues. After Leicester won a penalty in stoppage time, Jordan Ayew converted it, making it a game-changing goal. Despite Leicester’s best efforts, they were unable to score an equalizer, allowing Chelsea to hold on and take all three points back to London.The Blues’ East Midlands roster featured several outstanding players, but Jackson and Fernandez stood out.

Match statistics for Fernandez and Jackson vs LeicesterFernandez was sharp against Steve Cooper’s squad after a rough start to the season. Any striker would be pleased with his goal. After Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen saved a header from Jackson, he was able to capitalize on the rebound. The World Cup champion just had to nod the ball in.

Outside of his goal, Fernandez put on a fantastic display in the park. Sofascore reports that he won seven of nine ground duels, created three scoring opportunities for Jackson, and received an assist from him.Concerning Chelsea’s forward, he maintained his impressive form and scored again. The goal was superbly scored by the Blues’ number fifteen after he skillfully controlled a feed from Fernandez and dribbled past the Foxes’ defense. He finished it off expertly, putting the ball past Leicester’s goalkeeper with the outside of his foot to give his team the lead.

Reporter Gill Clark of GOAL gave him an outstanding 8 out of 10 for his performance. The football journalist gushed over the Senegalese forward, calling him the “star man” of the Blues’ match at the King Power Stadium.