Chelsea Ends Champions League Losing Streak With 1-0 Win Over Benfica
Chelsea snapped a three-game losing streak in the Champions League with a 1-0 victory over Benfica at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have now gone unbeaten in 12 group stage games at home. The win also marked Chelsea's first clean sheet in all competitions since August 30.
The match's decisive moment came in the 18th minute when Richard Rios, playing for Benfica, put the ball into his own net. Pedro Neto, who previously played for Wolverhampton Wanderers, played a crucial role in setting up the goal. Despite the win, Neto believes Chelsea can still improve, echoing manager Enzo Maresca's sentiment. Maresca praised his team's effort but highlighted the need for better football management and chance creation.
Chelsea's history with own goals in the Champions League is notable. They have benefited from 14 such goals, the fourth-highest total in the competition's history. Looking ahead, manager Enzo Maresca is keen to bolster the team's defensive performance in the Champions League standings.
Chelsea's 1-0 win over Benfica was a welcome return to form in the Champions League. The Blues ended their losing streak and secured their first clean sheet in months. While improvements are needed, the team showed promise and will look to build on this performance in future Champions League matches.
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