"This was the moment Estevao Willian arrived in English football. More than 16 months since a deal was agreed to bring the teenager to Stamford Bridge from Palmeiras, Estevao sent Chelsea fans into delirium by scoring a 95th-minute winner to clinch a 2-1 victory over Premier League champions Liverpool. The goal sparked such emotion that Blues manager Enzo Maresca was sent off for running 50 yards to celebrate with his players."
"The goal itself was relatively straightforward, with the Brazilian sliding in at the back post to tap in Marc Cucurella's low cross. But it came after Estevao - who was brought off the bench in the 75th minute - had already tested Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, completed four dribbles and created two chances for team-mates, including a cross that was headed against the post by Enzo Fernandez in the 91st minute."
"Signs of Estevao's quality were evident in previous matches, with his array of nutmegs, flicks and other eye-catching moments drawing gasps from the crowd. Yet, a first goal in a competitive match had eluded him - until now. In Brazil, Estevao had already emerged as a star player for one of the country's biggest clubs, and earned seven caps for the national team which is now led by legendary former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti."
Estevao Willian arrived at Stamford Bridge after a deal agreed more than 16 months earlier with Palmeiras. He scored a 95th-minute winner to give Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Liverpool, prompting manager Enzo Maresca to be sent off for celebrating. Brought on in the 75th minute, Estevao tested goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, completed four dribbles and created two chances, including a cross headed against the post by Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea coped despite defensive injuries and the absence of Cole Palmer. Estevao previously starred in Brazil, earning seven national caps, and required time to settle after arriving post-Club World Cup.
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