Pride of London’s Chelsea Player of the Month for November 2024

Chelsea surged through November undefeated, delivering solid performances across the Premier League and UEFA Conference League. The Blues scored an impressive 14 goals while conceding only three, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. During this remarkable run, they faced Manchester United, Arsenal, and Leicester City domestically, while dismantling FC Noah and FC Heidenheim in European competition, keeping clean sheets in both matches.

Among the standout performers, one player rose above all—Chelsea’s captain, Enzo Fernández. The Argentine midfielder was instrumental throughout the month and earned Pride of London’s Chelsea Player of the Month honors for his exceptional leadership and contributions on the pitch. Fernández silenced critics questioning his impact, delivering a stellar month with two goals and five assists in four matches.

Key Performances

Instant Impact in the London Derby

Fernández came off the bench against Arsenal in the 68th minute, making an immediate difference. Just two minutes later, he delivered a perfectly weighted through ball for Pedro Neto, who netted the equalizer to secure a 1-1 draw. His vision and execution proved decisive against Chelsea’s London rivals.

European Masterclass

Fernández was at his creative best in the UEFA Conference League, notching a hat-trick of assists in just 30 minutes during Chelsea’s commanding 8-0 victory over FC Noah. Though the opposition was less formidable, Fernández’s passing and control underscored his world-class ability.

Man of the Match Display Against Leicester

In a hard-fought 2-1 win over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium, Fernández delivered a career-first, contributing both a goal and an assist in the same game. He set up Nicolas Jackson’s opener before sealing the win with a perfectly timed header for Chelsea’s second goal. His influential performance earned him the Man of the Match accolade.

Leading by Example

Fernández’s resurgence is winning back the trust and admiration of the Chelsea faithful. He continued his fine form into December, scoring a brilliant goal in Chelsea’s commanding 3-0 win over Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge. The 23-year-old captain is showing he can lead from the front and inspire the Blues to greater heights.

With his performances, Fernández is proving his worth as the heartbeat of Enzo Maresca’s side, laying the foundation for what could be a transformative season for Chelsea.