Chelsea produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Napoli 3-2 at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, sealing a top-eight finish in the UEFA Champions League league phase and booking automatic qualification for the Round of 16.
The result ended Napoli's 25-game unbeaten home run in all competitions and confirmed the Italian side's elimination. Already assured of progression, Chelsea came into the night clinging to eighth place on goal difference alone, knowing any slip could force them into the play-offs.
Confidence, however, was high after recent domestic form , with SoftFootball highlighting the Blues' growing momentum and resilience under interim manager Liam Rosenior. The visitors struck first in the 19th minute when Enzo Fernandez calmly converted from the penalty spot after Juan Jesus was penalised for handball from a Reece James free kick.
