Brazilian winger Willian has attained a personal milestone with his match-winning strike for Chelsea in Wednesday's Champions League tie with Lille. The 31-year-old forward ensured that Frank Lampard's wait for his first win in the European competition was over by scoring a stunning late volley in the encounter.
Chelsea started the proceeding on the right foot by opening the scoring through Tammy Abraham in the 22nd minute. However, the hosts restored parity 11 minutes later with Victor Osimhen scoring with a thumping header.
15 - Since making his Champions League debut for Chelsea in September 2013, Willian has been directly involved in more goals than any other player for the club (15 - 10 goals and five assists). Source. pic.twitter.com/4dcqZghdWg
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Late into the 77th-minute, substitute Hudson-Odoi set Willian up with a deep cross and the latter simply slammed home from close range to take the scoreline to 2-1. As a result, the Brazilian winger matched his compatriot and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho's 16-goal tally in the UEFA Champions League.
Most #UCL goals for @ChelseaFC since Willian signed in Aug 2013:
— Sky Sports Statto (@SkySportsStatto) October 2, 2019
10 Willian
8 Eden Hazard
4 Cesc Fabregas, Fernando Torres
54 goals in 300 Chelsea apps in all competitions pic.twitter.com/8sKCDAg13j
Watch the goal below:
Willian puts Chelsea ahead against Lille with a volley
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The Blue are 2-1 up with just over 5 minutes remaining
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