Alyssa Thompson Shines Bright as Chelsea Triumphs Over Paris FC in WCL Showdown

Chelsea Women’s team began their UEFA Women’s Champions League campaign with a decisive win over Paris FC. The match showcased standout performances, especially from Alyssa Thompson, who scored her inaugural goal for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Alyssa Thompson and Team Performance

Thompson’s goal came shortly after halftime, marking a significant achievement for the 20-year-old, who joined Chelsea this summer for £1.1 million from Angel City. Her growth has been evident, and manager Sonia Bompastor expressed delight in her performance and development.

• Sandy Baltimore opened the scoring via a penalty.
• Johanna Rytting Kaneryd and Erin Cuthbert also found the net for Chelsea.
• Cuthbert added a fourth goal in the second half.

Bompastor praised Thompson’s hard work, noting the importance of gaining confidence with her first goal. She emphasized Thompson’s speed and potential for further development as she adapts to a new environment.

Match Dynamics and Statistics

This victory comes after Chelsea’s previous draw with Twente, leaving them eager for a successful start in the Champions League. Bompastor acknowledged the team’s performance, stating, “We created a lot again. We scored really good goals from different players and we could have had more.”

In contrast, Paris FC struggled, having recently surrendered a 2-0 lead against OH Leuven. Sandrine Soubeyrand made notable lineup changes, welcoming back goalkeeper Mylène Chavas and adding Maëlle Garbino and Anaële Le Moguédec.

Match Highlights

• Goals:
• Sandy Baltimore (penalty)
• Johanna Rytting Kaneryd
• Alyssa Thompson
• Erin Cuthbert

Chelsea’s dominance was evident from the start. They displayed urgency, with offensive efforts from various players, including Nüsken and Cuthbert. A measured approach could have increased their goal tally further.

Next Steps for Chelsea

With this comfortable win, Chelsea secured essential points ahead of their forthcoming match against St Pölten in Austria. The team aims to build on this momentum as they seek to solidify their position in the Champions League.

This match not only highlighted Chelsea’s attacking strength but also showcased the bright future of Alyssa Thompson in women’s football.