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Forget the Final Score — Watch This Match in Order

Updated 9/9/2026
Forget the Final Score — Watch This Match in Order

One preseason friendly, six lead changes worth of drama - following the goal sequence from opener to a second-half hat-trick is what makes this Chelsea-Wanderers match worth revisiting.

Search for the Chelsea vs Western Sydney Wanderers Sydney Super Cup match and you'll run into scorelines and player names that don't quite add up on first read. That's because it was a preseason friendly where coverage priorities vary by outlet, and because the match started with Chelsea's young starting XI before a wave of first-team substitutes flipped the second half. The home side actually led twice in the first half, only for Chelsea to look like an entirely different team once the changes came on. Taken purely as a scoreline, it reads like a shootout — but the order the goals happened in tells you far more about what each club was actually testing that day.

The list below starts with the two clubs, then follows the actual scoring sequence — opener, equalizer, go-ahead goal, another equalizer, then a second-half surge — before closing with the venue. Selection here follows who was directly involved in a goal or a turning point in the match, in the order it happened. New to the story? Start with the two clubs at #1 and #2. Already know the score and want the key moment? Jump to João Pedro at #4. Looking for a primary source? The match report at #3 is the place to start. Squad details reflect preseason rosters and may change, so treat each club's official channels as the final word on anything current.

01

Chelsea FC

Chelsea traveled as the visiting side and started a mix of academy prospects and players with first-team minutes. They looked second-best for most of the first half under the Wanderers' pressing, then turned in a completely different performance once the second-half substitutes came on to win the match. That pattern is common in preseason friendlies — ease in early, then settle things with sharper legs off the bench. Preseason squads don't always match the regular-season roster, so treat any transfer or registration news after this match as something to confirm through official club channels.
Chelsea FC
02

Western Sydney Wanderers

The Wanderers pressed high and leaned on set pieces to push Chelsea around for most of the first half, actually going ahead twice before the break and giving the home crowd plenty to cheer. Chelsea's second-half substitutions changed the balance of fitness and experience, and the Wanderers ultimately couldn't hold on. For a friendly, the first-half performance was a genuinely competitive showing. Squad numbers and new signings can shift during the season, so the club's official website is the place to check for the current roster.
Western Sydney Wanderers
03

Sydney Super Cup Match Report

An official club match report is the most reliable way to reconstruct exactly when each goal happened and which substitutes came on when, and Chelsea's own report is a solid primary source, often laying out playing time and scoring moments in chronological order. Keep in mind a club's report tends to frame the game from its own perspective, so details or emphasis can read differently depending on which side wrote it — worth cross-checking if you want a fuller picture.
Sydney Super Cup Match Report
04

João Pedro

João Pedro came off the bench in the second half and scored three goals in a short span, single-handedly flipping the result. Watching the buildup from his introduction through each finish makes clear why the match turned so sharply — one substitute effectively shifted the entire weight of the game. Still, one preseason performance isn't enough to say what role he'll play once the regular season starts, or how often he'll get a starting spot.
João Pedro
05

Cole Palmer

Palmer also entered as a second-half substitute and became a key link in Chelsea's attack, quietly making his mark by setting up one of João Pedro's goals rather than through a flashy run of his own. The timing of his passes stood out more than individual dribbling. Even for a regular starter, preseason minutes tend to swing widely from match to match depending on fitness management. His actual playing time and position going forward will show up in official lineups later on.
Cole Palmer
06

Jamie Gittens

Gittens scored during Chelsea's second-half comeback, finishing off a run that showcased his usual pattern of cutting in from the flank into the space between defenders. He produced the same kind of movement again in this match and looked composed in front of goal. Since name spellings and squad registrations can vary slightly across outlets, the club's official page is the version worth trusting for anything current.
Jamie Gittens
07

Dastan Satpayev

Satpayev opened the scoring early in the first half by making a run into space behind the Wanderers' defense — a symbolic goal in that it pulled the game's momentum toward Chelsea first. As a youth prospect, it's too soon to say whether this performance translates into more first-team minutes. Any news on his development or a possible loan move is best confirmed once the club announces it officially.
Dastan Satpayev
08

Dario Essugo

Essugo finished off a short passing sequence to score Chelsea's first-half equalizer. Beyond scoring, he also dropped deep to help out defensively during the match, taking on a balancing role between midfield and attack. Whether that wider role is a fixed part of his game or a one-off tactical instruction for this match depends on the manager's setup going forward, so it shouldn't be assumed to repeat every game.
Dario Essugo
09

Brandon Borrello

Borrello is one of the more experienced players in the Wanderers' attack and often serves as the starting point for set pieces and forward combination play. He anchored the attack in a similar way here, creating space for younger teammates to move into. For the latest on his contract status or squad standing, the club's official roster announcement is the source to check rather than secondhand reports.
Brandon Borrello
10

Anthony Pantazopoulos

Pantazopoulos got into a good position at a first-half corner to score the Wanderers' equalizer, a finish that drew praise for his positioning at set pieces and his read of the space between the goalkeeper and defenders. For the exact goal time or who provided the assist, the club's official match report has the fuller record of how the sequence unfolded.
Anthony Pantazopoulos
11

Aydan Hammond

Hammond beat a defender and finished near post to put the Wanderers ahead in the first half, a composed finish paired with a confident attempt at goal that stood out on the day. That said, one strong preseason performance is a separate question from whether he starts once the regular season begins — that will come down through official club announcements, not this single match.
Aydan Hammond
12

Dylan Scicluna

Scicluna tucked away a loose ball with his left foot to score in the second half, while also getting stuck into midfield pressing throughout the match, breaking up the Wanderers' passing lanes as well as finishing chances. Since he covered more than one area of the pitch here, the club's official squad page is the better reference for his listed position rather than assuming it from this match alone.
Dylan Scicluna
13

Awan Lual

Lual finished off a transition created by the Wanderers' second-half substitutes to score the team's fourth goal, staying composed at the end of a quick counterattack built by the fresh legs coming off the bench. Because matches like this mix first-team players with those from the NPL (National Premier Leagues), it's worth keeping the two rosters distinct rather than assuming NPL appearances carry the same weight as first-team ones.
Awan Lual
14

Accor Stadium

The match was played at Accor Stadium, a large venue inside Sydney Olympic Park that regularly hosts international matches and major events, with ample parking and public transit access built for large crowds. Entry times and surrounding traffic arrangements still change depending on the specific event, so anyone planning to attend something there should check the latest official notice beforehand rather than assume past arrangements apply.
Accor Stadium

How to read this list

If you just want Chelsea's scoring run, follow #1 through #8 down to Jamie Gittens; if you want to see how the Wanderers kept pace, follow #10 Anthony Pantazopoulos through #13 Awan Lual. For the single moment that decided the match, João Pedro's hat-trick at #4 is the one to rewatch. Planning to attend a future match at the same venue? Check the transport and entry details under Accor Stadium at #14 first. When comparing the two sides, the split worth watching for is simple: the Wanderers controlled the first half, and Chelsea's bench decided the second.

Squad and scoring details here reflect the time of writing. Preseason rosters and club affiliations can change, so confirm anything current through each club's official channels before you rely on it.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Sydney Super Cup?

It's a preseason friendly tournament clubs use to sharpen fitness and give young players minutes before the regular season starts. The results and goals are real, but they aren't a reliable preview of how either club's season will go.

What was the final score?

Chelsea won 6-4 in a ten-goal match. For exact goal times and the full breakdown, each club's official match report is the most reliable source.

Does this preseason lineup carry over into the regular season?

Not necessarily. Preseason squads mix in academy prospects and manage player fitness, so they can look different from the roster registered for the regular season. Check each club's official squad page for the latest on shirt numbers and positions.

How did Chelsea score all six goals?

Dastan Satpayev opened the scoring, Dario Essugo leveled it, and the second half brought a goal from Jamie Gittens plus a hat-trick from João Pedro to complete the six. Exact goal times are in the official match report.

How did the Wanderers score their four goals?

Anthony Pantazopoulos equalized and Aydan Hammond put them ahead in the first half, then Dylan Scicluna and Awan Lual added second-half goals. Chelsea's second-half run ultimately overtook that tally.

Where was the match played?

At Accor Stadium in Sydney Olympic Park. Entry times and traffic arrangements vary by event, so check the latest official notice before attending anything there.

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