"Showed Yamal levels", "Ballon d'Or is our future" - Chelsea fans heap praise on star player after 3-0 win over Barcelona

Chelsea fans on social media are full of praise for Estevao Willian, after his stunning performance in the 3-0 win over Barcelona. Many believe that the Brazilian star can win the Ballon d'Or in the future, with others adding that the winger showed Lamine Yamal who was better.

Enzo Maresca's side had three goals ruled out in the match, but still managed to score thrice to seal a memorable win over Barcelona. Jules Kounde's unfortunate own goal gave the home side a surprise lead in the first half, but it was Ronald Araujo's sending off late in the half that stole the limelight.

The second half was in complete control of Chelsea, and Estevao scored a stunner to send the home fans over the moon. Liam Delap sealed the win with a third, just minutes after coming on for the Blues in the second half.

Many posted about the Brazilian after the UEFA Champions League game and said:

JnR

@CFCJnR

Estevao showed Yamal who's King. Ballon D’or is our future, not his. They said he couldn't hang with him. But he dunked on his headtop.

Jem🐉

@jem_nvm

Estevao showed yamal levels

Entirely Chelsea

@EntirelyChelsea

Estevão just showed Lamine Yamal levels. Tears in my eyes, we actually have a generational talent at our club.

Nero Rivellino

@RivellNero

YAMAL STINKER AND HOOKED!!! ESTEVAO HAS SHOWED YOU WHAT A REAL WINGER LOOKS LIKE!!

Ed David Imuwahen💙💙

@davidberrybond

Estevao is a top top player. Ballon d'or winner in the making

Olivia Buzaglo

@OliviaBuzaglo

Estevao is a special, special player. He was MADE for nights like this. 18 years old. Simply ridiculous.

Slay Jimmy 🦍

@slay_jimmy

Estevao. Ballon D’or winner in the future. You heard it here first

The Brazilian spoke about the goal and his performance and said:

"It all happened very quickly for me; it sort of happened before I knew it. I just found some space, wiggled my way through and then scored that goal. It was such a special moment for me in my career. I hope to score many more. It was definitely the best moment of my career so far. I want to score many more for many years. I'm so grateful that my family were here watching me."

Marc Cucurella, who played a key role in keeping Lamine Yamal quiet in the game, spoke about Estevao after the game and said:

"Yeah, I think Estevao is a special talent. He's a small guy. He always stays happy with a smile. We showed today that he enjoys a lot. He always tries to do the one-v-ones and finally he scored with his right."

Chelsea have three matches left in the league phase, against Atalanta, Pafos, and Napoli.

Enzo Maresca on Chelsea's win over Barcelona

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has heaped praise on his Chelsea players after the 3-0 win over Barcelona. He believes that they need to treat the win as normal and not get carried away.

He wants the players to start focusing on Arsenal and said:

"For me, personally, it's a big win. The other team was Barcelona but nothing changes in terms of the team we are, what we can achieve. For sure, it's important but no more than that. It's finished, now focus on the next one."

The Blues host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday in the final game of the month.