Chelsea-bound starlet Estevao Willian continues to dazzle, scoring a stunning long-range goal for Palmeiras in their 2-0 Copa Libertadores win over Cerro Porteño. The 18-year-old forward unleashed a left-footed strike from outside the box just before halftime, leaving fans and pundits amazed by his shot power and technique.
Estevao, who agreed to a £28 million move to Chelsea last summer, will officially join the club this year. New manager Enzo Maresca reportedly plans to keep him in the squad, impressed by his consistent brilliance. The Brazilian teenager scored 15 goals last season and already has eight this term, solidifying his status as one of the world’s most exciting young talents.
Already a league winner and four-time Brazil international, Estevao is drawing comparisons to Barcelona’s 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal. Fans believe a new generational rivalry may be forming, reminiscent of the legendary Messi vs. Ronaldo era. Social media lit up with praise, with some calling Estevao the best under-18 player in the world—aside from Yamal.
Estevao with another stunner! pic.twitter.com/oqEJGKrs2N
— Simon Phillips (@siphillipssport) May 8, 2025
Chelsea performance and stats
Chelsea
Chelsea is currently 1st in the Europa Conference League with 18 points.
In the last 13 games, it has won 11 times and lost twice. In its last match, Chelsea won 1-4 against Djurgården.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 26 goals and conceding 5.
Chelsea will play the next match in Europa Conference League against Djurgården on Thursday 8th of May in London. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.
