Chelsea 6-1 Middlesbrough | EXTENDED Highlights | Carabao Cup Semi-Final 2nd Leg 23/24

Summary

In an exhilarating Carabao Cup semifinal second leg at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea overturned a one-goal deficit from the first leg against Middlesbrough with a resounding 6-1 victory, advancing to the final with a 6-2 aggregate score. The match began with a minute's applause in memory of Tommy Baldwin, a Chelsea legend. Chelsea's comeback was highlighted by standout performances and goals from Ben Chilwell, Armando Broja, Enzo Fernandez, Raheem Sterling, and a brace from Cole Palmer, showcasing their dominance and attacking prowess. Middlesbrough managed a late consolation goal through Morgan Rogers, but the night belonged to Chelsea, setting up a thrilling Carabao Cup Final appearance next month.

Takeaways

• 😊 Chelsea make two changes to the team including captain Ben Chilwell returning from injury
• ⚽️ Chelsea take the lead early on thanks to an own goal by Johnny Howson
• 👍 Enzo Fernandez doubles Chelsea's lead with his second League Cup goal this season
• 🚀 A superb Axel Diaz goal makes it 3-0 to Chelsea after 30 minutes
• ⚽️ A mistake gifts Cole Palmer Chelsea's fourth goal just before half time
• 🔥 Palmer grabs his second of the night to make it 5-0 to Chelsea
• ⚽️ Mykhaylo Mudryk rounds off a brilliant Chelsea move to make it 6-0
• 😕 Matt Crooks thinks he's pulled one back for Middlesbrough but it's ruled offside
• 🔥 Morgan Rogers scores a great goal to rob Chelsea of a clean sheet
• 🎉 Chelsea thrash Middlesbrough 6-1 to book their place in the League Cup final

Q & A

What competition and stage of the competition was this match?

This was the second leg of the Carabao Cup semifinal between Chelsea and Middlesbrough.

What was the scoreline from the first leg of the tie?

Middlesbrough held a slender 1-0 advantage after the first leg.

Who scored Chelsea's opening goal to level the tie?

Armando Broja scored to make it 1-0 Chelsea and level the tie at 1-1 on aggregate.

Who doubled Chelsea's lead before half an hour?

Enzo Fernandez scored to make it 2-0 Chelsea after 29 minutes.

Who scored Chelsea's third goal just before half time?

Kai Havertz scored on 37 minutes to give Chelsea a 3-0 lead.

How many goals did Cole Palmer score for Chelsea?

Cole Palmer scored two goals, in the 43rd and 58th minutes.

Who scored Chelsea's sixth goal late on?

Mihailo Mudryk scored Chelsea's sixth goal late in the game.

Which Middlesbrough player scored a consolation goal?

Morgan Rogers scored a consolation goal for Middlesbrough.

What was the final aggregate score over the two legs?

The final aggregate score was Chelsea 6-2 Middlesbrough after a 6-1 win in the second leg.

As a result, which final will Chelsea now contest?

Chelsea booked their place in the Carabao Cup final with the emphatic victory.