Carney Chukwuemeka Rescues Chelsea with Last-Gasp Winner in FA Cup Thriller
Blues Overcome 10-Man Leicester with Dramatic Stoppage-Time Strike
Chelsea's 19-Year-Old Sensation Inspires Unforgettable Victory
In a heart-stopping FA Cup quarter-final clash, WEB Carney Chukwuemeka emerged as Chelsea's savior, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time goal to secure a thrilling 4-2 victory over 10-man Leicester City on Sunday.
The game was filled with twists and turns, with Leicester taking an early lead through Kelechi Iheanacho. However, Chelsea rallied back with goals from Mason Mount and N'Golo Kanté to take the lead. Leicester fought back to equalize through Youri Tielemans, but Harvey Barnes was sent off with 15 minutes remaining, leaving the Foxes with a numerical disadvantage.
Chelsea wasted no time in capitalizing on their advantage, as Timo Werner put them back in front. But just when it seemed the Blues would cruise to victory, Leicester equalized once again through Marc Albrighton in the 90th minute.
As the seconds ticked down, it looked like the game was heading to a replay. However, with time almost up, Chukwuemeka rose to the occasion. The 19-year-old striker received a cross from the left and fired a stunning shot into the far corner, sending the Chelsea fans into raptures.
Chelsea's victory sends them into the FA Cup semi-finals, where they will face Manchester City. Leicester, meanwhile, will be left to rue their missed chances and wonder what might have been.
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