Chelsea dominate 10-man Ajax 5-1 in Champions League

Chelsea delivered a commanding 5-1 victory over a 10-man Ajax at Stamford Bridge in the Champions League, capitalizing early on a red card to Ajax captain Kenneth Taylor in the 17th minute. Chelsea, managed by Enzo Maresca who made 10 changes to his starting lineup, became the first team in Champions League history to have three teenagers score in a single game, with Marc Guiu, Estevao, and Tyrique George all finding the net. Ajax struggled to recover after Taylor's dismissal, conceding multiple penalties and losing discipline, while Chelsea's youthful squad, with an average age of just over 22 years, dominated the match. Moises Caicedo also scored, contributing to Chelsea's second consecutive Champions League win, lifting them to 11th in the group standings, while Ajax remain at the bottom without a point or goal in the competition so far. The result highlighted Ajax's ongoing struggles this season, contrasting with Chelsea's successful integration of young talent despite injury challenges. This match marked Chelsea's 200th Champions League fixture, underscoring a notable milestone punctuated by a historic team performance.