Teenage sensation Marc Guiu lit up Stamford Bridge as he netted his first senior hat-trick, leading Chelsea to a commanding 5-1 victory over Shamrock Rovers. The win secures the Blues’ spot in the UEFA Conference League last 16 with a flawless group stage record.
The 18-year-old Spaniard opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a brilliant header. Although Shamrock Rovers quickly responded with Markus Poom’s deflected shot leveling the score, Guiu was unstoppable. He pounced on a defensive error in the 34th minute to restore Chelsea’s lead. Just before halftime, Guiu completed his hat-trick with another powerful header, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall added to the tally with a well-placed shot, and Marc Cucurella sealed the victory around the hour mark. With 26 goals scored in the group stage, Chelsea have firmly established themselves as serious contenders for the title.
Guiu’s stellar performance places him atop the competition’s scoring charts with six goals. Speaking after the match, he said, "It’s a dream come true to score my first hat-trick for Chelsea. We’re playing with confidence, and we’re aiming high in this tournament."
Next up, Chelsea will face Everton in a crucial Premier League fixture on December 22nd, as they continue their push at the top of the table.
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