Chelsea thrashed Austrian outfit St Pölten 6-0 to seal their second Women's Champions League victory of the campaign, with Sam Kerr making a stunning return to the starting lineup after nearly two years out.
The Australian striker found her goal-scoring form once again, netting twice and leading by example in a dominant display that showcased Chelsea's superiority over their opponents. It was a welcome sight for manager Sonia Bompastor, who hailed the performance as "positive" despite the upcoming busy schedule that lies ahead.
Kerr's return to the starting lineup marked a significant milestone, and she quickly made her mark with two goals in a game that saw Chelsea create 43 scoring chances, including 19 on target. The visitors were forced to work hard to get anything from the match, but their organization and depth ultimately told as they dominated possession and territory.
St Pölten, meanwhile, have had a tumultuous start to their season, with inconsistent form and a change of manager in recent weeks. Despite this, they showed great spirit and determination on the pitch, never giving up even when faced with a 6-0 scoreline.
Chelsea's victory has set them up nicely for their upcoming match against Barcelona next week, but Bompastor will be keen to see her team continue to build momentum and confidence as they navigate the busy schedule ahead. With players like Naomi Girma returning from injury and Lauren James making her comeback, the stage is set for a thrilling second half of the season in the Women's Champions League.
The visitors' attacking prowess was on full display, with Catarina Macario netting twice and Wieke Kaptein opening the scoring before Kerr sealed her comeback with two goals. The performance was a masterclass in organization and execution, as Chelsea's squad demonstrated their depth and quality to outscore and outpossess their opponents.
Bompastor has emphasized the importance of having the right balance of players on the pitch, and this match showed exactly why. From Ellie Carpenter's pinpoint crosses to Livia Peng's impressive goalkeeping display, every aspect of the team clicked into place as they ran riot over St Pölten.
The icing on the cake came when Kerr finally scored her second goal before James made her debut off the bench. The England international was instrumental in Chelsea's fifth, and it was a testament to the team's spirit and resilience that they were able to capitalize on their dominance and put the game out of reach.
As Chelsea head into the next phase of the season, there are hopes that this victory can be the catalyst for a sustained period of success. With Kerr finally back in form and Bompastor's squad showing signs of life, it's hard not to feel optimistic about what lies ahead for the Blues.
The Australian striker found her goal-scoring form once again, netting twice and leading by example in a dominant display that showcased Chelsea's superiority over their opponents. It was a welcome sight for manager Sonia Bompastor, who hailed the performance as "positive" despite the upcoming busy schedule that lies ahead.
Kerr's return to the starting lineup marked a significant milestone, and she quickly made her mark with two goals in a game that saw Chelsea create 43 scoring chances, including 19 on target. The visitors were forced to work hard to get anything from the match, but their organization and depth ultimately told as they dominated possession and territory.
St Pölten, meanwhile, have had a tumultuous start to their season, with inconsistent form and a change of manager in recent weeks. Despite this, they showed great spirit and determination on the pitch, never giving up even when faced with a 6-0 scoreline.
Chelsea's victory has set them up nicely for their upcoming match against Barcelona next week, but Bompastor will be keen to see her team continue to build momentum and confidence as they navigate the busy schedule ahead. With players like Naomi Girma returning from injury and Lauren James making her comeback, the stage is set for a thrilling second half of the season in the Women's Champions League.
The visitors' attacking prowess was on full display, with Catarina Macario netting twice and Wieke Kaptein opening the scoring before Kerr sealed her comeback with two goals. The performance was a masterclass in organization and execution, as Chelsea's squad demonstrated their depth and quality to outscore and outpossess their opponents.
Bompastor has emphasized the importance of having the right balance of players on the pitch, and this match showed exactly why. From Ellie Carpenter's pinpoint crosses to Livia Peng's impressive goalkeeping display, every aspect of the team clicked into place as they ran riot over St Pölten.
The icing on the cake came when Kerr finally scored her second goal before James made her debut off the bench. The England international was instrumental in Chelsea's fifth, and it was a testament to the team's spirit and resilience that they were able to capitalize on their dominance and put the game out of reach.
As Chelsea head into the next phase of the season, there are hopes that this victory can be the catalyst for a sustained period of success. With Kerr finally back in form and Bompastor's squad showing signs of life, it's hard not to feel optimistic about what lies ahead for the Blues.
Chelsea got lucky 
but seriously, sam kerr's back & she's firing on all cylinders! u gotta love that 
meanwhile, barca better step up their game bc chelsea's on fire 
and btw, 6-0 ain't that bad 
Chelsea totally dominated St Pölten 6-0 and it's amazing to see Sam Kerr back on the pitch scoring goals again! 
The team played like a well-oiled machine, with everyone working together seamlessly. I'm so happy for manager Sonia Bompastor too - she must be relieved that her team could finally showcase their strength.
but more importantly, it's great to see players like Naomi Girma and Lauren James returning from injury and making a comeback. The stage is set for an epic second half of the season! 
st pölten showed so much heart tho 
kerr was on fire 
but i gotta say i'm a bit concerned about the team's schedule now 
it's gonna be a crazy next few weeks 
can they keep this momentum going? 
but let's be real Chelsea is just on another level right now 
and Bompastor's squad is just clicking into place 
Ellie Carpenter's crosses are like magic 
anyhoo gotta say Chelsea's got this season in the bag and I'm hyped to see what they do next 
. Bompastor's tactics are really paying off here, having that balance of players on the pitch makes all the difference 
️ and sam kerr is back to her old self 2 goals in one match