In the second half, Chelsea secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Preston to advance to the FA Cup fourth round after a slow start.
They exhibited a remarkable turnaround, with three goals in just 11 minutes. Armando Broja, Thiago Silva, and Raheem Sterling were the scorers, with Enzo Fernandez sealing the win late in the game.
Initially, Mauricio Pochettino’s team struggled against the Championship side’s resilient defense, keeping key players like Broja, Sterling, and Mykhailo Mudryk in check. However, the tide turned when Mudryk initiated the scoring sequence by winning the ball and setting up Malo Gusto for an excellent cross, which Broja capitalized on with a powerful header in the 58th minute.
The lead was soon doubled by Thiago Silva’s headed goal from a corner, just five minutes after his introduction. Sterling then showcased his prowess with an impressive free-kick to extend Chelsea’s lead to 3-0. The win was sealed by Fernandez’s goal following a thorough VAR review.
Iit was a dominant display by Chelsea, exemplified by their second-half goal spree and disciplined performance.