Champions League: Chelsea Advance to UCL Last 16

Hamilton Nwosa
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Willian scored twice and won a pair of penalties as Chelsea thrashed 10-man Qarabag 4-0 in Baku on Wednesday to secure their place in the Champions League last 16.

First-half goals from Eden Hazard and Willian put Chelsea in control, with Cesc Fabregas adding a third before Willian netted again to cap the rout and seal a top-two finish in Group C.

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