Chelsea strengthened their Premier League title challenge with a solid 2–0 win over Burnley, as Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández delivered decisive second-half goals to continue the Blues’ impressive away form.
Despite manager Enzo Maresca consistently downplaying any title ambitions, Chelsea now sit just three points off the top, with more than a quarter of the season played.
Key Moments – Burnley 0–2 Chelsea
- 88’ — 0-2 | GOAL!
Enzo Fernández calmly finishes off a sweeping end-to-end Chelsea move. - 70’ — 0-1 | Flemming Misses Burnley’s Best Chance
Burnley nearly equalize, but Flemming fires wide from close range. - 63’ — 0-1 | Neto Hits the Post
The Portuguese winger almost doubles Chelsea’s lead in a dominant spell. - Half-Time — 0-1
Chelsea grow into the game after a slow opening period. - 36’ — 0-1 | GOAL! Pedro Neto
Neto cuts inside and fires home to give Chelsea the breakthrough.
Chelsea Show Their Growing Title Credentials
Maresca continues to insist that his young Chelsea squad is “still building,” but the results tell a different story.
This victory at Turf Moor marks their fourth consecutive away win and further strengthens their momentum.
Much of the discussion around Chelsea has focused on:
- their inexperience,
- the absence of a proven 20-goal striker,
- and injuries, including Cole Palmer’s unusual toe injury at home.
Yet the Blues keep finding ways to win.
Neto Shines as Fernández Delivers Late Killer Blow
Pedro Neto opened the scoring in the 36th minute after Chelsea finally shook off an early sluggishness.
The winger—signed for his creativity and pace—proved decisive, constantly troubling Burnley’s back line.
Burnley had chances to respond, with Flemming going closest, but Chelsea’s midfield control and pressing intensity eventually took over.
In the 88th minute, Enzo Fernández capped off a flowing counterattack, slotting in Chelsea’s second goal and sealing all three points.
Final Thoughts
Chelsea may not want to embrace the “title contenders” tag just yet, but their performances—and results—are beginning to speak for themselves.
With Neto in form, Fernández stepping up, and Maresca’s tactical identity becoming clearer each week, the Blues are emerging as one of the Premier League’s most intriguing teams this season