“Forget about the over-hyped Palmer, he was actually the one that gave us the most trouble. He definitely deserves more recognition than Palmer” – This is according to Real Betis centre-back Marc Bartra has highlighted a specific Chelsea player who caught his attention and made a significant impact, admitting the player “caused us problems” during their encounter.

Chelsea triumphed over Real Betis in the UEFA Europa Conference League final, securing a commanding 4-1 victory despite initially trailing in the match.

Real Betis struck first in Wednesday night’s European showdown, but Chelsea turned the tide with a dominant second-half performance, netting four goals to claim the trophy. Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini expressed disappointment with the outcome, particularly given his side’s strong showing in the first half. However, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca’s tactical adjustments paid dividends after the break.

This historic win means Chelsea have now won every major European competition, adding another prestigious title to their collection. Veteran defender Thiago Silva celebrated the achievement in a way that delighted the club’s fans.

Following the final, Betis defender Marc Bartra praised Chelsea’s overall performance and singled out one standout player: Jadon Sancho. Speaking to Marca, Bartra noted, “They brought on some top-quality substitutes, and it felt like starting over in the second half. Their right flank became very dangerous—players like Sancho really made an impact and caused us problems. Still, I’m proud of our team’s effort. We gave it everything.”

Despite beginning the game on the bench, Sancho made a significant impact after being introduced. The 25-year-old winger scored Chelsea’s third goal with a brilliant strike into the top corner. His performance has reignited discussion about his future, with pundit Joe Cole urging Chelsea to make his loan move from Manchester United permanent.

Reece James also played a crucial role after coming off the bench, helping the Premier League side take control of the match and secure the title.

Sancho’s season with Chelsea has had its ups and downs, with 5 goals and 10 assists across 41 appearances in all competitions. While his playing time has been inconsistent, he has delivered in key moments—none bigger than his stunning Conference League final goal.

The winger has enjoyed his time at Stamford Bridge, finding renewed form and confidence. If Chelsea pursue a permanent deal this summer, Sancho’s return would likely be warmly received by the club’s supporters.