Chelsea Women extended their unbeaten run in the UEFA Women’s Champions League with a 2‑0 victory over AS Roma at the Cherry Red Records Stadium on Wednesday. Ellie Carpenter and Kadeisha Buchanan provided the goals, sending the Blues to a comfortable win and keeping them at the summit of the group stage table.
The match was a study in patience for Chelsea. After a sluggish first half that saw both sides miss chances, the Blues made a tactical switch at the break, bringing on Carpenter and defender Kadeisha Buchanan. The change paid dividends almost immediately. Six minutes after entering the game, Carpenter slipped past the Roma defence to slot the ball past the keeper, giving Chelsea the lead. The goal was a product of a well‑timed run and a precise finish that left the opposition defenders scrambling.
Roma’s attempts to level the score were thwarted by a combination of defensive resilience and missed opportunities. Melvine Malard and Sjoeke Nusken, both introduced as substitutes, had chances to extend the game but were unable to convert. Chelsea’s defence held firm, and the team’s collective effort ensured that the first‑half deficit was never turned into a deficit.
With just a minute of regular time remaining, Buchanan added the second goal. Rising above the Roma defenders, she headed in a cross from Wieke Kaptein to double the advantage. The finish was clinical, and the goal confirmed Chelsea’s 2‑0 triumph. The result keeps the Blues unbeaten in the Champions League and places them at the top of their group, ahead of rivals such as Paris Saint‑Germain, FC Hagen, and Leuven as they head into the final three league‑phase fixtures.
Ellie Carpenter reflected on the match, noting that the first half had been a learning experience. “We struggled to finish in the first half but had good opportunities,” she said. “The coach told us to convert our chances at half‑time, so I stepped up and tried to get shots off.” She added that she was pleased to contribute to the team’s success, emphasizing her love for attacking play and defensive duties alike. The win confirms Chelsea’s continued momentum as they aim to progress further in Europe while maintaining their domestic form.