Overview

• Chelsea came from behind to beat Lincoln City 2-1 in the Carabao Cup and progressed to the next round.
• Filip Jorgensen accidentally struck Wesley Fofana in the second minute, the defender received treatment and continued.
• Jorgensen started in goal ahead of Robert Sanchez, who was sent off in the recent Premier League defeat to Manchester United.
• Tyrique George and Facundo Buonanotte played key roles in the comeback that overturned Rob Street’s opener at the LNER Stadium.
• Signed from Villarreal in 2024 for a reported £20.7 million, Jorgensen drew strong criticism from fans and some outlets, adding to scrutiny of Chelsea’s goalkeeping recruitment.