Teenage sensation Estevao Willian produced a masterclass display as Chelsea demolished Barcelona 3-0 in Tuesday night's Champions League encounter at Stamford Bridge.
The 18-year-old Brazilian winger eclipsed his highly-rated contemporary Lamine Yamal in what became a showcase of emerging talent.
The comprehensive victory saw the Blues dominate their Spanish opponents from start to finish, with Estevao at the heart of their attacking prowess.
His performance drew particular attention as he outperformed Yamal, who endured a difficult evening before being withdrawn to audible disapproval from the home supporters in the 80th minute.
Estevao Willian shone for Chelsea as the Blues blew Barcelona away
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Speaking to Amazon Prime following his remarkable performance, Estevao struggled to articulate his emotions.
"I don't really have any words to sum up how I am feeling. It was all very quick for me. I found some space and wiggled my way through," the youngster explained.
When questioned whether this represented his career's finest moment, his response was emphatic.
"Yes, yes. I hope I keep scoring for many more years. My family were here to watch," he confirmed.
The Brazilian's individual brilliance manifested when he weaved past Pau Cubarsi, shrugged off Alejandro Balde's challenge and drove a powerful effort beyond goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
Chelsea comprehensively swept past Barcelona after a three-goal victory
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Chelsea had established control early through a cleverly-worked corner involving Estevao, Alejandro Garnacho and Marc Cucurella, culminating in Neto's deflection that bounced off Jules Kounde for an own goal.
The hosts maintained their dominance despite missing injured striker Cole Palmer.
Enzo Fernandez saw two efforts from dead-ball situations disallowed for offside, whilst Reece James tested the keeper twice from distance. Neto squandered a golden opportunity when racing clear.
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Barcelona's most promising moment arrived when Ferran Torres failed to convert from close quarters, leading to his interval replacement by Marcus Rashford.
The Manchester United loanee couldn't influence proceedings as Liam Delap sealed victory, converting Fernandez's square ball to end his 11-match goal drought.
The triumph elevated Chelsea into the Champions League's top eight positions within the 36-team league phase format.
Lamine Yamal was snuffed out of the match as Barcelona struggled
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This placement would enable them to bypass February's additional play-off round should they maintain their standing through the remaining three group fixtures.
The result marked a significant achievement for the London club, who delivered their most impressive European performance of the campaign.
Without their talismanic forward Palmer, sidelined with a toe problem, Chelsea demonstrated their squad depth and tactical flexibility.
The victory reinforced their credentials as genuine contenders in Europe's premier competition whilst showcasing the exceptional talent within their ranks.