Twitter erupts as Reece James stars in Chelsea's 3-0 thrashing of AC Milan

James and co superbly dispatch of Milan
James and co superbly dispatch of Milan

Chelsea fans were thrilled after watching their side comfortably see off AC Milan 3-0 in the Champions League on October 5.

It was the Blues' best performance of the season as they dominated the reigning Serie A champions. Graham Potter's side controlled proceedings in the first half and got the opener in the 24th minute.

Wesley Fofana grabbed his first ever Champions League goal from close range when Ben Chilwell whipped in a corner that caused problems in the box.

The ball fell to Fofana, who slotted home past Ciprian Tătăruşanu to send the Blues on their way to victory.

Unfortunately for the French defender, he had to come off with an ankle problem in the first half following a clash with Rafael Leao. However, his absence didn't affect Potter's team's performance as they continued to trouble the Milan defense.

Mason Mount thought he had scored in the 32nd minute, when he sent a delightful chip over Tătăruşanu. The goal didn't stand as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was offside in the build-up.

The Rosseneri should have scored on the brink of half-time when Rade Krunic had the opportunity to score from five yards out but Kepa Arrizabalaga was on hand to deny the Bosnian.

The second half was much of the same as Chelsea continued to bombard Tătăruşanu's goal.

The west Londoners grabbed their second of the night in the 56th minute when Aubameyang got on the end of a brilliant Reece James' cross.

A third then came in the 62st minute and this time it was Reece James getting on the scoresheet.

The English right-back fired into the roof of Tătăruşanu's net following a neat one-two with Raheem Sterling.

It was a straightforward night for the Blues in the Champions League, who climb up to second in Group E, one point behind leaders RB Salzburg.

The Stamford Bridge faithful were delighted with the performance, and supporters on Twitter have reacted to what was a brilliant night for Potter's men:


Chelsea win in style under Potter

Potter's men impressed against Milan
Potter's men impressed against Milan

There has been much debate over Chelsea's decision to sack former manager Thomas Tuchel. The German won the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup and the UEFA Super Cup at Stamford Bridge.

However, the start of the season was a difficult watch for Blues supporters under Tuchel, as they often looked defensive and lacked attacking intent.

Potter has given the west Londoners a real boost as they put in a performance that will enthuse fans about what they could achieve under the English tactician.

Chelsea play Wolverhampton Wanderers at home in the league on October 8.

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Edited by Matthew Guyett