Chelsea Vs. Bayer Leverkusen, 2011 UEFA Champions League: Blues Win 2-0

The 19-year-old Leno, on loan from Stuttgart because of Rene Adler’s injury, was stellar on the night and looks like a real star in the making in goal. Neither of Chelsea’s goals were his fault, and the Blues could have easily had five goals against an average goalkeeper. Leno’s early save against Sturridge and brilliant second half stops against Sturridge again, as well as Mata, were absolutely world class.

Luiz’s goal came in the 66th minute, and it was a brilliant combination move by the Blues. Surging forward from the center of defense, Luiz played a ball down the left for Mata and continued his run into the box. Mata passed to Torres, who laid off a ball for Luiz. The Brazilian international center back hit a great finish to the far post that Leno had no chance to stop.

Torres has been poor throughout the match, but his assist to Luiz was a glimpse into the quality that he has. It wasn’t a goal, but it was proof that he might still have his old quality in him. But, let’s not take anything away from David Luiz. The run and finish were something to behold.

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Chelsea have been on top since the 5th minute, but can they turn that superior play into a goal? Bayer’s defensive midfielders make life tough for any team, and Andre Villas-Boas might have to make some adjustments to find a goal.

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Bayer had one wiped off the board first on a set piece. Somehow, an in-swinging ball got through a giant cluster of players onto the back post, where Simon Rolfes was there to meet it. He headed it into the back of the net, but the referee called a foul in the box. For what, it wasn’t exactly clear.

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Chelsea vs. Bayer Leverkusen

Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England