Enzo Fernández’s first-half header sent Chelsea into the FA Cup final after a hard-fought 1–0 win over Leeds United at Wembley on Sunday.
The midfielder struck in the 23rd minute, meeting Pedro Neto’s cross with a firm header beyond goalkeeper Lucas Perri, in a scrappy semi-final that swung on missed chances and key saves.
Leeds created the first clear opening when Brenden Aaronson raced onto Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s flick-on, but Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez made a crucial save with his legs to deny the early breakthrough.
Chelsea responded decisively and nearly doubled their lead when João Pedro struck the foot of the post before the break.
The match marked a response to recent managerial instability at Chelsea following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior.
Calum McFarlane has been placed in interim charge until the end of the season and is expected to lead the team into the final.
Leeds’ defeat ends their hopes of reaching a first FA Cup final since 1973, when they lost to Sunderland.
Chelsea will face Manchester City in the final on Saturday, May 16.