After a brilliant performance for Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti delivered a strong verdict on Chelsea wonderkid Estevao Willian. The teenager not only scored in the 2-0 win over Senegal but also went on to engrave his rapid rise for club and country further. After earning his tenth senior cap, Estevao is the one to look for the crucial role at the next World Cup.
Ancelotti’s Strong Words and Estevao’s Rise
Ancelotti focused on Estevao’s skill, assurance, and very accurate shooting. The world-class coach could not help admiring his extremely effective brief appearances, and he also highlighted the player’s strong and consistent diligence. Estevao has not left Chelsea fans indifferent either by scoring four goals this season even with very few minutes on the pitch.
Enzo Maresca is the one who decides how the teenager uses the time but creativity and energy are always there for the teenage boy. Several times Chelsea’s season has changed through the help of his quick feet and daring dribbling.
🚨🗣️ Carlo Ancelotti on Estevao: "I saw him play at Chelsea, the thing is he doesn't need a lot of minutes to show his quality, he can play 5 minutes and you can see his quality, Brazil is lucky to have him and also Chelsea." pic.twitter.com/PgMUY67IDf
— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) November 16, 2025
Chelsea’s Forward Depth and Estevao’s Next Step
Chelsea currently holds a strong group of players capable of playing in an attacking position. Cole Palmer, Alejandro Garnacho, Pedro Neto, and Gittens all feature regularly. Moreover, the depth in the squad enables Maresca to take care of Estevao’s minutes without any pressure.
The Chelsea club thinks that he will become a big character once he gets used to the Premier League rhythm. If he keeps finding moments deciding the games as he does now, his place in the starting lineup will probably show up soon.
Author’s View
Estevao Willian is the one to probably have his breakthrough this coming year. This fact is confirmed by Ancelotti’s praise of him. Chelsea needs to be the one to guide him wisely because his talent is asking for bigger responsibility soon.
As featured on Chelseanews.com