Chelsea fans were ecstatic as new summer signing Jadon Sancho made an immediate impact in their 1-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday.
The victory marked a crucial bounce-back for the Blues, who had dropped points in their previous Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace before the international break.
Sancho, who left Manchester United after a difficult period, joined Chelsea on loan during the transfer deadline.
Fans eagerly awaited his debut, and he delivered an outstanding performance at the Vitality Stadium, helping Chelsea secure all three points.
In the first half, Chelsea struggled to find a breakthrough against a solid Bournemouth defense.
Pedro Neto, another summer signing, started on the left wing but was unable to create significant chances.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, looking to inject more creativity and energy into the game, decided to bring on Sancho as a halftime substitute for Neto.
Sancho’s introduction transformed Chelsea’s attack, adding pace, flair, and sharp decision-making.
His impact was felt almost immediately, as he played a key role in breaking down Bournemouth’s defense.
The defining moment came when Sancho provided the assist for Christopher Nkunku’s match-winning goal, sealing a hard-fought 1-0 victory for the Blues.
The Chelsea supporters in the stadium erupted into chants of Sancho’s name, and social media platforms were soon buzzing with praise for the new signing.
Fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their excitement.
One fan exclaimed, “Jadon Sancho, mate, you are unreal,” while another celebrated his contribution, tweeting, “Sancho assist! I’ve never doubted you, my king!”
The overwhelming sentiment was that Sancho had made an immediate statement with his debut.
Another fan added, “No Chelsea fan will scroll past this tweet without liking. Jadon Sancho instant impact. WE HAVE ARRIVED!!!”
Supporters were confident that Sancho would thrive at Chelsea, with one fan simply stating, “Sancho is here to shine ✨,” while another hailed him as a “game-changer,” writing, “That’s our star boy. He really changed the game.
“Many rated his performance highly, with one fan giving his debut a “10/10.”
Some Chelsea fans couldn’t help but take a dig at Manchester United for allowing Sancho to leave.
One fan sarcastically tweeted, “Thank you, Manchester United for JADON SANCHO. That’s the tweet.”
Another posted, “I would like to personally thank Manchester United for Jadon Sancho, took your best winger, scored the game-winning assist in his very first game. You are 100% the problem.”
Sancho’s performance was more than just the assist.
He created two key scoring opportunities and completed two dribbles, showcasing his technical ability and vision on the field.
His contributions were vital in helping Chelsea secure their second away victory of the season.
However, while Sancho stole much of the spotlight, Chelsea’s goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez, also played an instrumental role in the win.
Sanchez, who has faced criticism earlier in the season, was in top form, keeping a clean sheet and making several critical saves throughout the match.
His most notable moment came in the first half when he saved a penalty from Bournemouth’s Evanilson, preventing the hosts from taking the lead.
Sanchez’s performance was nothing short of exceptional.
He made seven saves in total, five of which were from inside the box, helping Chelsea maintain their slim lead.
After some early-season struggles, Sanchez’s commanding display in goal helped secure the three points and provided Chelsea with much-needed stability at the back.
Maresca will be pleased with his team’s hard-fought victory, which brought Chelsea up to seven points from their first four matches of the season.
The Blues have now won both of their away league games, a promising sign as they look to build momentum moving forward.
Overall, Sancho’s impressive debut and Sanchez’s match-saving efforts were the standout moments of the day.
Chelsea fans will be hopeful that both players continue to deliver strong performances throughout the campaign.
As for now, the Blues can celebrate a crucial away victory, knowing they have two key players to rely on as they pursue success this season.
