Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez made a bold statement in their dominant Europa League win against Noah, marking his return to the starting lineup with a remarkable hat-trick of assists.

Seizing the Opportunity

With competition in midfield intensifying, Fernandez has recently found himself sidelined due to the impressive performances of Romeo Lavia.

However, the Argentine got a chance to prove himself when he was handed a starting spot for Chelsea’s match in London.

His performance on Thursday night was the perfect showcase of his potential as he made the most of the opportunity.

A Perfect Start to the Game

Fernandez wasted no time in getting involved, beginning the match with a well-placed corner that Tosin Adarabioyo headed in to give Chelsea the lead at the 12-minute mark.

He quickly followed up by assisting Joao Felix for the Blues’ second goal, and just minutes later, he played a brilliant through ball to Felix, who completed his brace and made it 4-0 by the 21st minute.

Struggling for Consistency

Despite his standout performance, Fernandez’s time at Chelsea has been a bit of a rollercoaster.

Signed for a hefty £106.8 million nearly two years ago, the midfielder has struggled to secure a consistent place in the starting lineup.

Although he has made 75 appearances and scored seven goals for the club, his recent role has been more about coming off the bench, especially with Lavia and Moises Caicedo — his former partner — in the spotlight.

A Key Moment in an Unbalanced Match

Fernandez was substituted at halftime with Chelsea comfortably ahead, ultimately securing an 8-0 victory over Noah.

While his individual performance will certainly boost his chances for a starting role, it’s important to note that Noah, ranked nearly 300 places below Chelsea in the UEFA coefficient rankings, offered little resistance during the match.

Looking Ahead

As Chelsea prepares for their upcoming clash with Arsenal, Fernandez’s place in the lineup remains uncertain.

If Lavia and Caicedo stay fit, the World Cup winner might find himself on the bench again.

Nonetheless, his performance against Noah, despite the disparity in opposition, showed he’s ready to fight for his spot.

Noah, a club founded just in 2017, remains a minnow in European football.

Their squad, all earning less than £5,000 a week, is currently fourth in the Armenian Premier League.

Facing Chelsea, this match was by far their most significant in history.

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