Chelsea came back from being behind to secure a spot in the League Cup final with a resounding 6-1 victory over Middlesbrough.

Chelsea secured their place in the League Cup final with an impressive 6-1 victory (agg. 6-2) over Middlesbrough, a Championship side. In the second leg, Chelsea were trailing 1-0, but they quickly put any hopes of an upset to rest with a blistering first-half performance.

The Premier League outfit wasted no time asserting their dominance. Johnny Howson’s unfortunate own goal set the tone for the match. Enzo Fernandez then added a second goal with a simple finish, followed by Axel Disasi scoring his first goal for Chelsea on a swift counter-attack. Daniel Balasaar’s defensive mishap allowed Cole Palmer to continue his impressive form, scoring his 10th goal of the season.

In the second half, Chelsea eased off the gas but still managed to catch Middlesbrough off guard on two more occasions. Palmer calmly finished to secure his brace and the team’s fifth goal, while Noni Madueke found the back of the net with the help of a deflection, sealing a well-deserved sixth goal for the Blues.

Despite the heavy defeat, Middlesbrough did provide their loyal supporters with a moment to cherish. Morgan Rogers unleashed a fantastic strike from outside the box late in the game. The team will now look to learn from this experience and continue their ascent up the Championship table.

On the other hand, Chelsea will progress to the final, where they will face either Fulham or Liverpool. Manager Mauricio Pochettino will be eager to secure his first trophy in English football, and the team will be determined to lift the League Cup. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting competition.