Chelsea 1-1 Burnley Player Ratings: Zian Flemming Secures Last-Gasp Comeback against 10-Man Blues | Premier League

Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by Burnley, who equalised in the stoppage time at Stamford Bridge. Wesley Fofana's red card in the 72nd minute turned crucial for the Blues, who had a good game until the unfortunate event unfolded. Check out Chelsea vs Burnley Player Ratings from the Premier League game here.
Burnley F.C. kept their survival hopes alive with the dramatic draw against 10-man Chelsea F.C. in London. The London Blues struck early through Pedro, but Burnley stayed competitive and grew stronger as the match went into the second half.

After the break, Chelsea missed several key chances, and their task became harder when Fofana was sent off for a second yellow card following a foul on Ward-Prowse. Burnley made their man advantage count in stoppage time, as Flemming scored with a commendable header from Ward-Prowse’s corner. Chelsea now remain fourth in the Premier League standings for now, while Burnley are eight points away from the relegation zone.

Key Takeaways

1. Pedro Neto gave Chelsea F.C. an early lead with a first-half goal at Stamford Bridge.
2. Wesley Fofana was sent off in the 72nd minute after receiving a second yellow card, leaving Chelsea with 10 men.
3. Zian Flemming headed in a stoppage-time equaliser from James Ward-Prowse’s corner to earn a 1-1 draw for Burnley F.C..

Chelsea Player Ratings vs Burnley

Here are Sportsdunia's Chelsea player ratings from the EPL fixture against Burnley:

Goalkeeper

Robert Sánchez - 6.5: We noticed he was called into action a couple of times and he responded well. His saves against Hannibal were crucial. He commanded his area for the most part, although his distribution looked a bit rushed sometimes. A clean sheet is a clean sheet.

Defenders

Trevoh Chalobah - 7.0: A really solid outing from the defender. What stood out to us was his positioning; he always seemed to be in the right place to make a clearance or an interception. He was strong in the tackle and composed on the ball. Very little got past him today.

Reece James - 6.5: The captain had a decent, if unspectacular, game. Defensively he was solid, but we expected more from him going forward. His usually wicked crosses just didn't find their mark. He led the team well enough, but it wasn't his most influential performance.

Malo Gusto - 6.5: An energetic performance, as always. He got up and down the flank, drawing a couple of fouls with his direct running. We felt he was steady defensively, but sometimes his final ball was lacking. A solid, if not stunning, display.

Wesley Fofana - 6.0: A bit of a mixed bag from Fofana. He was physically dominant, winning most of his duels. But that yellow card was just needless, a sign of frustration perhaps. From our perspective, he needs to channel that aggression better to avoid putting his team under pressure.

Midfielders

Pedro Neto - 8.0: Our clear Man of the Match. That assist for the goal was pure class, a moment of vision that decided the game. He was the spark, creating chances and looking like a threat whenever he touched the ball. A truly brilliant performance, the highest-rated player on the pitch for a reason.

Enzo Fernández - 6.0: We were a bit disappointed with Enzo's performance. He was tidy in possession, as you'd expect, but he played it too safe. That one shot that flew miles over the bar summed up his frustrating day. We know he has so much more quality.

Cole Palmer - 6.5: He was certainly busy, which we appreciate. Always looking for a shooting opportunity, but his finishing was off. Missing that one big chance must have been incredibly frustrating for him. He linked up play well, but he'll be annoyed he didn't get a goal.

Andrey Santos - 7.0: A really calm and composed performance in the heart of midfield. His pass accuracy was excellent, and he kept the play moving smoothly. He's not flashy, but he did the simple things exceptionally well. A very mature display.

Moisés Caicedo - 7.5: He was an absolute engine in there. Breaking up play, winning duels, and shielding the back four with authority. His energy was infectious. From our perspective, he was one of the key reasons Burnley struggled to create clear-cut chances through the middle.

Forwards

João Pedro - 7.5: The match-winner. It was a classic striker's finish, calm and clinical when the chance came. His work rate was commendable, even if he didn't see much of the ball afterwards. He did his job perfectly, and that's all you can ask for.

Manager

L. Rosenior - 7.0: He set his team up to start fast, and it paid off immediately. The game plan worked. While the performance wasn't dominant, he managed the game effectively to secure a vital 1-0 win. He'll be happy with the three points, no doubt.

Burnley Player Ratings vs Chelsea

Check out Burnely player ratings from the match against Chelsea:

Goalkeeper

Martin Dúbravka - 6.0: He couldn't do much about the goal, it was a close-range finish. He made a decent save to stop Palmer later on. His distribution was a bit shaky, which put his defense under pressure at times. An average day at the office.

Defenders

Kyle Walker - 5.5: A really tough first half for the captain. He made an error that led to a Chelsea shot and just didn't look comfortable. Being subbed at halftime says it all. A day to forget for the experienced defender.

Joe Worrall - 6.0: He fought hard and won his fair share of aerial battles. He was part of a defense that was breached very early, which is never ideal. He put his body on the line, but it wasn't enough.

Maxime Estève - 6.5: Probably Burnley's best defender on the day. He made some crucial blocks and showed good reading of the game. He seemed to be the most composed of the backline. A decent individual performance in a losing effort.

Midfielders

Lesley Ugochukwu - 6.5: A proper midfield battle. He didn't shy away from a tackle and worked tirelessly for the team. He was a combative presence before he was taken off. A solid, hard-working display.

Bashir Humphreys - 5.5: He really struggled to make an impact. An error leading to a shot was a nervy moment for him. He just seemed a little off the pace of the game, unfortunately.

Hannibal - 7.0: Burnley's brightest spark by a mile. He was everywhere, demanding the ball and driving at the Chelsea defense. Forced two good saves and was a general nuisance. The yellow card was inevitable with his aggressive style, but he was their biggest threat.

Josh Laurent - 6.0: He did his defensive work diligently but offered very little going forward. We barely noticed him in an attacking sense. A quiet game where he was mostly occupied with tracking back.

Forwards

Marcus Edwards - 5.5: Almost completely anonymous. He had one shot that went nowhere and lost possession too easily. He just couldn't get into the game at all. A really disappointing outing.

Jaidon Anthony - 5.5: Much like his attacking partner, he was a peripheral figure. He was caught offside and struggled to hold onto the ball. It was a tough day for the Burnley forwards against a solid Chelsea defense.

Zian Flemming - 6.0: What stood out to us was his work rate off the ball, making some key interceptions. However, his passing was incredibly poor. You can't have a 33% pass accuracy and expect to create much. A strange performance.

Manager

S. Parker - 6.0: His team's slow start cost them the game. Conceding in the fourth minute is a nightmare. They showed good character to fight back, but they just lacked that final bit of quality in the box. His substitutions didn't manage to change the result.

Man of the Match

Chelsea star Pedro Neto was Sportsdunia's player of the match.

Worst Performer

Kyle Walker had a bad outing in the Chelsea vs Burnley fixture.