Chelsea manage escape disgrace for EFL Cup third round after dem come from behind beat Lincoln City 2-1 on Tuesday night. The Blues nearly chop shock, but youngstar Tyrique George shine with goal and assist wey turn everything around.
Match Summary
Lincoln start hot, hit post inside two minutes and disturb Chelsea defence steady. Their pressure pay off for 42nd minute when Rob Street finish calmly to give dem 1-0 lead for halftime.
Second half, Chelsea bounce back quick. Just three minutes in, George smash wicked half-volley equaliser wey bounce off post enter net. Two minutes later, George turn provider for Facundo Buonanotte, as the Argentine show mad footwork inside box and poke home for 2-1.
Even though Lincoln still create chances, Chelsea hold on secure ticket go next round.
Highlights
- 42’ – Rob Street (Lincoln 1-0 Chelsea): Fernandez sloppy pass gift Lincoln chance, Street no waste am – slot calmly past Jorgensen.
- 48’ – Tyrique George (Lincoln 1-1 Chelsea): Stunning half-volley outside box, post help am enter – na pure class.
- 50’ – Buonanotte (Lincoln 1-2 Chelsea): After George link-up, Buonanotte dance past defenders and finish sweetly.
Man of the Match – Tyrique George
George na the difference maker. Him equaliser na worldie, plus him assist for Buonanotte show say the boy no dey play. At just 18, e don prove say he fit carry Chelsea attack when dem dey need inspiration.
Match Stats
- Possession: Lincoln 28% – 72% Chelsea
- Shots: Lincoln 16 – 14 Chelsea
- Shots on target: Lincoln 2 – 4 Chelsea
- Corners: Lincoln 3 – 2 Chelsea
- Fouls: Lincoln 17 – 9 Chelsea
TPB’s Verdict
Chelsea dey lucky say quality show for second half, because first half na disgrace. Enzo Maresca go still dey vex with how dem dey struggle match Lincoln energy. But na knockout competition – result na everything. Still, Blues fans go expect sharper football moving forward.
What Next?
Lincoln City go refocus on their League One promotion chase as dem face Peterborough on Saturday. Chelsea meanwhile go return Stamford Bridge aim to bounce back strong for Premier League clash with Brighton.
