Chelsea beat Leeds 3-2 with a late goal from Conor Gallagher, securing Mauricio Pochettino’s team a spot in the FA Cup quarter-final.

Conor Gallagher, the talented midfielder from Chelsea, became the hero of the night as he celebrated scoring his team’s third goal in a thrilling Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match against Leeds United. This crucial goal secured a 3-2 victory for Chelsea and set them up for a quarter-final clash against Leicester City.

Gallagher, alongside Cole Palmer and Ben Chilwell, was given a well-deserved rest by manager Mauricio Pochettino for Wednesday’s encounter with the formidable Championship side. This decision was made in order to rejuvenate the team following their disappointing loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.

However, when the situation demanded it, Gallagher was called upon from the bench to deliver the winning goal. This came after Mateo Joseph’s second goal of the game had brought Leeds level just before the hour mark. Joseph’s header, assisted by Jaidon Anthony’s cross, added to his first senior goal which had opened the scoring in the ninth minute.

Despite Nicolas Jackson and Mykhailo Mudryk putting Chelsea ahead by half-time, the Blues found themselves relying on Gallagher’s heroics in the dying moments of the match. With his goal, Gallagher ensured that Chelsea emerged victorious and progressed to the next stage of the FA Cup.

This thrilling encounter showcased the resilience and determination of both teams, with Leeds United proving to be formidable opponents. However, it was ultimately Gallagher’s impact off the bench that proved to be the decisive factor in securing Chelsea’s triumph.

With their sights now set on the quarter-finals, Chelsea will face a tough challenge against Leicester City. The upcoming clash promises to be an exciting battle between two top-tier teams, and fans can expect another thrilling display of football.