Chelsea Player Ratings & Analysis Vs West Ham: Dominant Display Yields Five-Goal Victory! ⚽🔥
In this analysis, we break down the standout performances, key stats, and tactical takeaways from Chelsea's comprehensive 5-0 victory.
Chelsea secured an emphatic 5-0 victory over West Ham in a commanding performance. Erin Cuthbert dominated the midfield, while Catarina Macario, Agnes Beever-Jones, and Sandy Baltimore added goals in a display that showcased both attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
Let’s break down the key performances, stats, and tactical takeaways from this comprehensive win.
🌟 Outstanding Performers (8.0+)
These players were the game-changers, delivering match-winning performances.
🥇 Erin Cuthbert (8.5) – The Midfield Maestro
⚽️ 1 goal (1 shot, 1 on target)
💨 8 tackles, 2 interceptions
🔄 88.5% pass completion (46/52)
⚡ 66 touches
🛡️ 9 recoveries
🏆 3/3 successful take-ons
🌬️ 5 progressive passes
Impact: Cuthbert dominated the midfield with an exceptional all-around display, combining defensive excellence with attacking threat and maintaining control throughout the full 90 minutes.
🥈 Sandy Baltimore (8.5) – The Clinical Winger
⚽️ 1 goal (4 shots, 3 on target)
📈 0.95 xG
🔄 79.5% pass completion (35/44)
⚡ 53 touches
🌬️ 8 crosses
💪 1 tackle, 1 interception
Impact: Baltimore was a constant threat, combining efficient finishing with creative wing play and maintaining a high offensive output.
🥉 Agnes Beever-Jones (8.0) – The Complete Forward
⚽️ 1 goal (5 shots)
📈 0.44 xG
🔄 78.9% pass completion (30/38)
💪 2 tackles, 1 interception
⚡ 57 touches
📈 4 shot-creating actions
Impact: A complete display combining attacking threat with defensive work-rate.
🔝 Very Good Performers (7.5 - 7.9)
These players delivered high-level contributions in key areas.
🛠️ Catarina Macario (7.8) – The Creative Striker
⚽️ 1 goal (4 shots, 2 on target)
📈 0.77 xG, 0.3 xAG
🔄 56.7% pass completion (17/30)
⚡ 41 touches
🌬️ 9 crosses
📈 5 shot-creating actions
Impact: Macario provided both finishing and creative presence in the final third.
💪 Strong Performers (7.0 - 7.4)
Reliable and effective, these players contributes to their team’s stability.
🔒 Millie Bright (7.3) – The Defensive Rock
💪 4 tackles, 1 interception
🔄 91.2% pass completion (93/102)
⚡ 117 touches (team-high)
🛡️ 4 clearances
Impact: Bright’s commanding presence and precise distribution were key to Chelsea’s defensive stability.
🌿 Lucy Bronze (7.2) – The Attacking Full-Back
🔄 77.9% pass completion (74/95)
💪 3 tackles, 2 interceptions
⚡ 104 touches
📈 5 combined tackles & interceptions
🧤 Hannah Hampton (7) – The Steady Keeper
🧤 1 save (100% save rate)
🔄 97.1% pass completion (33/34)
🏡 Clean sheet
🔹 Solid Performers (6.5-6.9)
Steady contributions, keeping their team in control.
🛠️ Nathalie Björn (6.9) – The Ball-Playing Defender
🔄 94.5% pass completion (86/91)
💪 4 interceptions, 1 tackle
⚡ 100 touches
🛡️ 4 recoveries
🌬️ 2 progressive carries
🏃 Mayra Ramírez (6.8) – The Versatile Forward
🔄 66.7% pass completion (8/12)
💪 2 shots (1 on target)
📈 0.02 xG
⚡ 20 touches
🌬️ 4 shot-creating actions
🏃 Impact Substitutes
Short but meaningful contributions.
Johanna Rytting Kaneryd (6.7) – 20 mins
🔄 60% pass completion (9/15)
🌬️ 3 crosses
⚡ 20 touches
Guro Reiten (6.5) – 30 mins
🔄 70% pass completion (7/10)
🛡️ 1 block, 1 interception
🌬️ 2 crosses
🔄 Oriane Jean-François (6.5) – 30 mins
🎯 87.5% pass completion (14/16)
💪 2 blocks ⚡
20 touches
📊 2 progressive passes
🔄 Ashley Lawrence (6.5) – 20 mins
🎯 80.8% pass completion (21/26)
💪 2 tackles
⚡ 28 touches
📊 2 progressive carries
📊 Key Stats & Tactical Takeaways
🌟 Possession & Passing
✅ Most Touches: Millie Bright (117)
🎯 Best Pass Completion (min. 20 passes): Hannah Hampton (97.1%)
📊 Most Passes Attempted: Millie Bright (102)
🚀 Progression & Creativity
⚡ Most Progressive Passes: Nathalie Björn (10)
🔥 Most Progressive Carries: Lucy Bronze (4)
📊 Highest Progressive Distance: Millie Bright (772m)
🛡️ Defensive Solidity
✅ Most Tackles: Erin Cuthbert (8)
🔥 Most Interceptions: Nathalie Björn (3)
⚡ Most Clearances: Millie Bright (4)
💬 Final Thoughts: A Complete Team Performance 🔵⚪
Chelsea’s combination of clinical finishing and defensive stability proved too much for West Ham. The five-goal haul highlighted their attacking prowess, while the clean sheet demonstrated their defensive organisation.
Erin Cuthbert epitomised Chelsea’s dominance with her masterful midfield performance, dictating the tempo on both ends of the pitch.
Data Sources: Fbref, Futmob
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