Hull City 0-4 Chelsea Player Ratings: Pedro Neto Records Hat-trick as Blues Cruise to Victory | FA Cup

Chelsea delivered a commanding performance as they defeated Hull City 4–0 in an FA Cup tie at the MKM Stadium. The visitors dominated from the opening minutes and never looked in danger.

Chelsea controlled the match with fast and attacking play. Pedro Neto was the standout performer. He scored a hat-trick and added an assist, causing constant problems for the home defense.

The first goal came just before halftime, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Chelsea continued to press after the break and extended their lead. Jorrel Hato and Estêvão both found the net as Hull struggled to cope.

Hull City were unable to respond. Chelsea’s attacking display was supported by excellent creativity from Liam Delap, who provided three assists. The result confirmed a dominant and professional performance from the Blues. Below, take a look at Hull City vs Chelsea player ratings from the FA Cup encounter.

Key Takeaways

1. Pedro Neto scored a hat-trick to put Chelsea in full control.
2. Jorrel Hato and Estêvão added second-half goals to extend the lead.
3. Liam Delap provided three assists in the 4-0 FA Cup win.

Chelsea Player Ratings vs Hull City

Here are Sportsdunia's Chelsea player ratings from the FA Cup fixture:

Goalkeeper

Robert Sánchez - 7.5: Had a relatively quiet evening but did what was needed with professionalism. He made three saves, including a couple from inside the box. What stood out to us was his composure on the ball, completing 91% of his passes. A comfortable clean sheet for the Spaniard.

Defenders

Mamadou Sarr - 8.5: A colossal performance at the back. He was a rock, winning most of his duels and making four crucial clearances. His distribution was outstanding, with an incredible 98% pass accuracy from 103 passes. He even created a big chance. The yellow card was the only minor blemish on an otherwise perfect defensive display.

Jorrel Hato - 7.5: Getting on the scoresheet with a well-taken header definitely boosts his rating. Defensively, it was a mixed bag for him. He made five clearances but was also dribbled past twice and lost possession a bit too often. Still, a goal is a goal, and he contributed to the dominant scoreline.

Reece James - 6.5: A steady, if unspectacular, hour for the captain. He was tidy in possession with 98% pass accuracy but didn't provide his usual attacking thrust. An error leading to a shot was a notable negative. He seemed to be managing his minutes, and was subbed off with the game well in hand.

Wesley Fofana - 7.5: So composed and confident on the ball, racking up 136 touches. He was a key part of Chelsea's build-up play, boasting 96% pass accuracy. Defensively, he was astute with nine clearances. A very strong showing before he was substituted to a well-earned rest.

Midfielders

Pedro Neto - 10: A perfect score for a perfect performance. He was simply unplayable. A hat-trick and an assist. He was a constant threat, taking five shots and putting four on target. From our perspective, he was the best player on the pitch by a country mile. An absolute masterclass.

Andrey Santos - 8.0: The engine room of the team. He had an incredible 139 touches and dictated the tempo of the entire game. He won nine duels and was a tireless worker, recovering the ball four times and making four tackles. He completely dominated the midfield battle.

Moisés Caicedo - 7.0: A solid and controlled performance for his 61 minutes on the pitch. He kept the ball moving with 90% pass accuracy and created two chances for his teammates. He did his job effectively before being substituted. A disciplined and effective display.

Estêvão - 8.0: What an exciting talent. He was buzzing with energy, attempting six dribbles and scoring a fantastic goal. He was a constant thorn in Hull's side, though he'll be kicking himself for missing that big chance. Nevertheless, a very promising and impactful performance.

Alejandro Garnacho - 7.5: A chaotic and energetic performance. He was brilliant at times, completing six dribbles and winning ten duels. However, losing the ball 18 times is a statistic that can't be ignored. He brought excitement and drive, but needs to add more refinement to his game.

Forwards

Liam Delap - 9.0: While Neto will get the headlines for his goals, Delap's contribution was just as vital. A hat-trick of assists is an incredible achievement for a striker. His hold-up play was excellent, and he consistently brought others into the game. A selfless and intelligent performance that created so much for the team.

Substitutes

Enzo Fernández, Josh Acheampong, Jesse Derry, Tosin Adarabioyo, Shumaira Mheuka - N/A: The substitutes came on when the game was already won. They helped see out the victory and maintain control without much fuss.

Manager

L. Rosenior - 9.0: His game plan was executed to perfection. He set his team up to be aggressive and attack-minded, and they delivered in style. His tactics completely overwhelmed Hull City. The timely substitutions to rest key players were also a smart move. A flawless managerial performance.

Hull City Player Ratings vs Chelsea

Check out Hull City player ratings from the FA Cup game:

Goalkeeper

Dillon Phillips - 4.0: A night to forget for the goalkeeper. He was left horribly exposed by his defense and conceded four goals. He did make three saves, but his distribution was poor, finding a teammate only 36% of the time. It was a baptism of fire against a ruthless Chelsea attack.

Defenders

John Egan - 5.0: He was fighting a losing battle all night. The stat of ten clearances tells the story of the constant pressure he was under. He was often scrambling to put out fires and was part of a defensive unit that was completely pulled apart. A tough evening's work.

Patrick James Coleman McNair - 4.5: Really struggled to cope with the pace and movement of Chelsea's forwards. He looked off the pace and was unable to impose himself on the game. A difficult match where he was largely a passenger in a defense that leaked goals.

Cathal McCarthy - 4.5: Found it incredibly difficult against the likes of Estêvão and Garnacho. He was dribbled past and struggled to make any meaningful impact on the game defensively. It was no surprise to see him substituted after a trying 80 minutes.

Midfielders

Lewie Coyle - 5.0: The captain was unable to influence the game from midfield. With only 32 touches in 77 minutes, he was bypassed for large periods. He worked hard but was simply outclassed by the opposition's midfield trio. A frustrating night for him.

Ryan Giles - 5.5: He was one of the few Hull players who tried to inject some attacking impetus. He put in 15 crosses and had two shots on target. However, losing possession 21 times severely undermined his efforts. A lot of running for very little reward.

Amir Hadziahmetovic - 5.5: He put in a shift in the middle, making four tackles. But like the rest of his team, he was fighting a losing battle against a far superior midfield. He was overrun and eventually substituted in the second half.

Regan Slater - 6.0: Probably Hull's best player, which isn't saying much on a day like this. He showed plenty of fight and spirit, making eight ball recoveries and winning seven duels. He never gave up and kept running until the final whistle, a credit to his professionalism.

Forwards

Liam Millar - 5.0: Completely anonymous. He only managed 21 touches in his 64 minutes on the pitch. He was isolated and offered no threat to the Chelsea backline. A very forgettable performance.

Yu Hirakawa - 5.5: He worked hard and drew four fouls, which shows he was trying to be a nuisance. But beyond that, he offered little in an attacking sense. He struggled to get involved in the game in any meaningful way.

Lewis Koumas - 5.0: A frustrating outing for the young striker. Being caught offside three times killed any momentum Hull tried to build. He was unlucky to hit the woodwork, but was otherwise isolated and starved of service for the entire game.

Substitutes

John Lundstram, Joe Gelhardt, Kyle Joseph, Cody Drameh, Kieran Dowell - N/A: Came on when the match was already over as a contest. They couldn't change the course of the game, with Joe Gelhardt picking up a late yellow card.

Manager

S. Jakirović - 4.0: A very difficult day at the office. His team was thoroughly outplayed from start to finish. There seemed to be no tactical plan to counter Chelsea's overwhelming attacking threat. He'll need to pick his players up after such a comprehensive defeat.

Man of the Match

Sportsdunia's player of the match was Pedro Neto with a hat-trick for Chelsea.

Worst Performer

Dillon Phillips failed to make any impact.