Reggie Walsh has instantly made Chelsea history in their UEFA Conference League semi-final clash against Djurgarden.
The midfielder was selected in the Blues’ starting XI for the second leg against their Swedish visitors at Stamford Bridge.
Walsh has become a history-maker for ChelseaGettyWalsh made his first ever senior appearance for Chelsea in the first leg when he came off the bench late on in their 4-1 victory last week.
Now he has gone one step further for the west London side by entering the record books right from kick-off.
At the age of 16 years and 200 days, Walsh has become Chelsea’s youngest ever starter in a European competition.
He has surpassed Shim Mheuka, who claimed the record at 17 years and 137 days old against FC Copenhagen in their last-16 first leg win.
Maresca was asked about Walsh’s inclusion against Djurgarden before the match, and told TNT Sports: “He is a talent.
“Very good. His technique is fantastic. I really like him between the lines
“You could see immediately he has something.
“For sure because he is only 17/18 he still needs to work hard, but I like the personality.
“He has worked with us during the season and he is not shy, he is always asking for the ball.
“He is shouting and talking, which I like. He’s a good player.”
Walsh made his Chelsea debut in the first leg winGettyChelsea’s 4-1 aggregate lead heading into the second leg has them favourites to reach the Conference League final on May 28.
Real Betis lead Fiorentina 2-1 in the other semi-final tie.
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