Overview

• Alejandro Garnacho made his first start for Chelsea in a 1-0 Champions League win over Benfica at Stamford Bridge.
• His driven ball into the box led to the decisive own goal off Richard Rios, and Enzo Maresca praised his work on and off the ball.
• Speaking to TNT Sports, he said he holds no grudges toward Manchester United, describing his past there as “just bad moments in life.”
• He added that training alone at United had been a difficult period before his transfer.
• He joined Chelsea in late August in a move reported at around £40 million as he now looks to settle and earn regular minutes.