Chelsea FC's win over Real Sociedad was overshadowed by the return of Enzo Fernandez, who sparked a fan battle with his mixed reception. The Argentine midfielder was named on the bench after the Blues' Friday deadline for interested clubs to bid for him passed without any offers. Whether it be due to the speculation over his future, his antics at the World Cup for Argentina, or a combination of both, Fernandez sparked an extraordinarily mixed reaction at Stamford Bridge. More revealing, though, was what happened when he came on just after the hour mark and took the captain's armband. There were loud jeers as he entered the pitch and again every time he touched the ball for the next few minutes. However, there were also plenty in the crowd who tried to drown that out by chanting Fernandez's name. As that clash went on, Fernandez headed just over from a corner. Had that gone in, Stamford Bridge might have caved in on itself. The hydration break five minutes later brought something of a reset. When play resumed, there was no real reaction when Fernandez was in possession. Joao Pedro, by contrast, was superb. He netted a brace to take his tally for the summer to eight goals in seven matches, including Chelsea's behind-closed-doors friendly. The Brazilian could well have had a hat-trick, with his header well saved but leaving Rogers with a tap-in for Chelsea's opener. Rogers and Joao Pedro already look to be developing a promising partnership. They combined nicely and Rogers twice flashed balls across the face of goal that his striker could not quite catch up with. There is optimism around what Chelsea can achieve this season, especially with Joao Pedro leading the charge. The Brazilian's form has been impressive, and he looks like a key player for the Blues. With the title race 33 points behind leaders Arsenal, Chelsea will need to be at their best to challenge for the top spot. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in Premier League, 52 pts, 14W-10D-14L from 38 games, recent form LWDLL. Goals this season: 58 scored, 52 conceded (+6 goal difference). Currently sidelined: Jordan Henderson.