Enzo Fernandez goal leads Chelsea to challenge Manchester City in FA Cup final.

Chelsea secured their place in the FA Cup Final after narrowly defeating Leeds United 1-0 in the semifinal match at Wembley Stadium, London, on Sunday evening, April 26, 2026, WIB. This victory sends The Blues through to the final to face defending champions Manchester City.

Chelsea's solitary goal was scored by Argentine midfielder Argentina, Enzo Fernandez, in the first half. The result marks a significant achievement for interim manager Calum McFarlane's squad, who have maintained consistent domestic form.

Chelsea started aggressively from kickoff. In the fifth minute, Joao Pedro received Robert Sanchez's long pass during a swift counterattack, but Leeds United's Goalkeeper thwarted the opportunity.

Leeds United responded in the 14th minute when Brenden Aaronson found space for a shot after evading Chelsea's defense, only for Robert Sanchez to make the save.

The deadlock broke in the 23rd minute. Pedro Neto's run down Leeds' left flank produced an accurate cross, met by Enzo Fernandez's powerful header that rocketed into the net for a 1-0 Chelsea lead.

The Blues nearly doubled their advantage in the 35th minute when Alejandro Garnacho's cross created a dangerous chance in the penalty area, but it wasn't converted.

After halftime, Leeds manager Daniel Farke introduced Joe Rodon and Anton Stach to boost his team's intensity.

Leeds pressed higher in the second half. Though Noah Okafor threatened, Chelsea's defense—anchored by Trevoh Chalobah and Tosin Adarabioyo—remained solid.

Robert Sanchez's goalkeeping proved crucial to Chelsea's victory, notably denying Dominic Calvert-Lewin's header in the 58th minute.

In the final 15 minutes, Farke brought on Wilfried Gnonto and Lukas Nmecha to bolster the attack, but Chelsea's defense held firm until the final whistle.

This win keeps Chelsea's hopes alive for FA Cup silverware this season and offers a chance to end the campaign with prestigious silverware.