Enzo Fernández scored the only goal as Chelsea defeated Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley, securing a place in the FA Cup final where they will face Manchester City on May 16.
The Argentine midfielder found the net with a header, ending a difficult run for the Blues, who had gone five matches without scoring. In a game where Chelsea did not dominate, Enzo made the difference at a key moment to send his team through.
Among the starters was also Alejandro Garnacho, who played 71 minutes before being substituted by Cole Palmer.
Chelsea will now face Manchester City in the final at Wembley after City defeated Southampton 2-1 in the other semifinal. With the team currently sitting eighth in the Premier League and Champions League qualification out of reach, winning the FA Cup represents their best chance to qualify for European competition next season.
Fernández had missed two of Chelsea’s recent defeats due to a suspension imposed by the previous coach after comments about his future, as reports continue to link him with a possible move to Real Madrid.
