Carpenter's second-half goal helps Chelsea beat Roma in Champions League

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 20:44 · Archive

Chelsea defeated Roma 2-0 in the Women's Champions League with goals from Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter and Kadeisha Buchanan.

Chelsea defeated Roma 2-0 in the Women's Champions League at Plough Lane to secure their second win in three European matches. Manager Sonia Bompastor's unbeaten team dominated the first half but went into the break without breaking through. Chelsea created several chances before half-time, with Roma goalkeeper Rachele Baldi making saves from Alyssa Thompson and Lauren James, while Lexi Potter shot narrowly wide.

Chelsea made attacking substitutions at the interval, bringing on Ellie Carpenter and Sjoeke Nusken. The changes paid immediate dividends. Carpenter scored in the 51st minute after making a powerful run and combining with Kaptein, whose cross the Matildas defender converted with a low shot that deflected off Roma defender Winonah Heatley past Baldi.

Roma struggled to create meaningful chances until the 66th minute when Maya Doms fired over. Chelsea could have added to their lead through Malard and Nusken before Buchanan sealed victory in the 89th minute. Lucy Bronze captained Chelsea on her 35th birthday.

Carpenter's second-half goal helps Chelsea beat Roma in Champions League — Image: Perth Now

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Aussie Carpenter helps Chelsea build Champs League winMatildas defender Ellie Carpenter has played a central and crucial role for Chelsea in their Women's Champions League win over Roma in London.Perth Now · 28 Oct, 20:27
Aussie Carpenter helps Chelsea build Champs League winMatildas defender Ellie Carpenter has played a central and crucial role for Chelsea in their Women's Champions League win over Roma in London.The West Australian · 28 Oct, 20:27

In this story: Ellie Carpenter · Chelsea · Roma · Kadeisha Buchanan · Wieke Kaptein · Plough Lane

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