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Estevao joins Haaland and Mbappe in elite club as he beats Yamal in wonderkids battle

Lamine Yamal endured a night to forget as Barcelona were brushed aside by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

The Spaniard was outshone by fellow teenager Estevao as the Blues cruised to a 3-0 Champions League victory.

Estevao of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between Chelsea FC and FC Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on November 25, 2025 in London, England

Estevao stole the show as Chelsea thrashed ten-man Barcelona 3-0 at Stamford BridgeCredit: Getty

His stunning strike helped secure all three points for Enzo Maresca's side, who also had three early efforts ruled out.

Chelsea had taken the lead through a Jules Kounde own goal before Ronald Araujo was sent off for a second yellow before half time.

Estevao then doubled the home side's lead after the restart with a sublime solo goal.

The Brazilian drove into the Barca penalty area before firing a right-footed strike into the roof of the net.

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Liam Delap then added a third for Chelsea as they ended a three-match winless streak against the Spanish giants.

Estevao proved to be the star of the show in west London thanks to his heroics.

His strike makes him just the third teenager to score in each of his first three starts in the Champions League.

Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland have both previously achieved the feat, although the latter was older than Chelsea's latest phenom.

Estevao's latest effort follows goals against Ajax and Qarabag in their last two outings.

The 18-year-old received a standing ovation as he was replaced by Tyrique George with seven minutes remaining.

Lamine Yamal of Barcelona reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between Chelsea FC and FC Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on November 25, 2025 in London, England

Yamal was the target of X-rated chants from the Chelsea fans on a difficult night for the youngsterCredit: Getty

However, there was no such reception for Yamal from the home crowd on Tuesday night.

Instead, the Chelsea fans targeted the Barca winger with an X-rated chant.

The words 'you're just a s*** Estevao' could be heard ringing around the stadium.

Yamal struggled throughout the evening on what was his first career appearance against a Premier League side.

He was ultimately taken off by Hansi Flick in the 80th minute, with Dani Olmo replacing him.

Estevao's 'best moment'

As for Estevao, the new arrival continues to impress since completing his move from Palmeiras.

Chelsea’s Estevao celebrates scoring their side’s second goal of the game with team-mates during the UEFA Champions League, league phase match at Stamford Bridge, London.

Estevao has now scored in each of his first three Champions League startsCredit: PA

Having been made to wait until the summer to join Chelsea, he has now scored five goals in 17 appearances across all competitions.

Reflecting on his goal, the forward told Amazon Prime: "It all happened very quickly for me, it sort of happened before I knew it.

"I just found some space, wiggled my way through and then scored that goal. It was such a special moment for me in my career. I hope to score many more.

"It was definitely the best moment of my career so far. I want to score many more for many years. I'm so grateful that my family were here watching me."

Estevao's goal inspired Chelsea to a win which has seen them climb up the league phase standings.

The Blues now sit fifth ahead of Wednesday's action, with the top eight sides after the final matchday advancing directly to the last 16.