Alejandro Garnacho got here off the bench to information Chelsea to some extent in Azaerbaijan as Qarabag continued their spectacular early-season begin within the Champions League.
The Blues had been trailing on the break as Qarabag examined their younger defence again and again however Enzo Maresca’s adjustments had been key as Chelsea bossed the second half.
Garnacho got here on to attain and on the opposite wing Estevao was once more spectacular all through.
Midfielder Romeo Lavia was handed a begin however needed to come off inside eight minutes after happening with an obvious muscle harm.
He was changed by Moises Caicedo within the earliest sub Chelsea have ever needed to make in a Champions League recreation.
Maresca would have wished to relaxation Caicedo however may have been happy along with his aspect’s early dominance.
Andrey Santos poked broad when he maybe ought to have scored after a powerful run into the realm from Caicedo.
And Santos then discovered Estevao inside the realm after a swift counter-attack and the thrilling youung Brazilian lashed residence on the close to submit.
Victory would have given Chelsea three wins of their first 4 video games within the Champions League however they conceded a aim to Qarabag’s first assault.
Camilo Duran hit the submit after an ideal run and Leandro Andrade reacted effectively to volley within the rebound.
Jorrel Hato was weak within the problem for that opener after which conceded a penalty for handball, which was buried by Marko Jankovic.
Maresca despatched on Garnacho, Liam Delap and Enzo Fernandez on the break and the adjustments made the distinction. Garnacho’s cool end noticed him develop into the primary participant to attain within the Champions League for 2 Premier League golf equipment earlier than the age of 21.
Chelsea had loads of probabilities to win it however some extent right here may show a superb outcome as Qarabag confirmed they’re no mugs.