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Reece James Sets an Amazing Record in the UEFA Champions League.
Chelsea’s right-back defender, Reece James has written his name in the history of the UEFA Champions League after the Blue’s match against AC Milan.
James accomplished this feat on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at Stamford Bridge against AC Milan. The Englishman made history by becoming the youngest Chelsea player to score and assist on a goal in a football game.
The defender is also taking part in his 100th game overall for Chelsea. James was 22 years and 301 days old at the time of this game.
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22 – Aged 22 years and 301 days, Reece James is the youngest Chelsea player ever to both score and assist a goal in the same UEFA Champions League game. Star. pic.twitter.com/39Qia93ze5
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) October 5, 2022
Graham Potter, On Wednesday night, Chelsea crushed the Scudetto champions to earn their first victory in the Champions League this year, and Blues supporters praised one player in particular.
Reece James this time found the back of the net himself in the 62nd minute after an assist from Raheem Sterling to pull Chelsea clear, continuing Chelsea’s dominance and adding to the woes of the Italian champions.