Alejandro Garnacho
CHEArgentina
Right
Jul 1, 2004
21
5'11"
161 lb
LW
--
One-v-One Creator
ChelseaScores penalty against Port Vale
Garnacho came on in the 61st minute and scored a stoppage-time penalty in Saturday's 7-0 FA Cup quarterfinal win over Port Vale.
Analysis: Garnacho checked in during the 61st minute for Pedro Neto and continued the momentum, rattling the post twice before winning and burying a stoppage-time penalty to net Chelsea's seventh, slotting the ball into the bottom-right corner to cap a statement afternoon at Stamford Bridge. He ended the match with one goal, three shots (one on target) and three dribble attempts in just over 29 minutes, while also helping spark the move that led to Estevao's sixth goal. Garnacho has now scored in each of his last two FA Cup appearances, and his aggressiveness off the bench keeps giving coach Liam Rosenior a dependable late-game attacking weapon.
Three shots in frustrating loss
Garnacho generated three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Garnacho took three shots and put one on goal, as well as creating three chances and still couldn't get on the scoresheet during a disappointing loss to Newcastle. It's always rough to get shut out, but Garnacho in particular will be frustrated after providing some top-tier chances for his teammates. Garnacho will need to be similarly dangerous for a midweek clash with PSG if he wants to make a difference there.
Unselfish assist in win
Garnacho assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and six chances created in Wednesday's 4-1 victory over Aston Villa.
Analysis: Garnacho opted to slide the ball across the box to an unmarked teammate instead of going for goal in a one-on-one situation Wednesday as the winger's assist put the match beyond reach in Chelsea's 4-1 road victory over Aston Villa. Garnacho played a box-to-box role over his 90 minutes, leading the attack with two accurate crosses and contributing four tackles (two won) to the defensive effort.
Busy offensively
Garnacho recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Pafos.
Analysis: Garnacho delivered a solid offensive performance against Pafos on Wednesday, attempting three shots, creating one key pass, delivering six crosses and recording a season-high six tackles. The winger has started each of the last two matches across the Champions League and Premier League, but faces strong competition on the wings from Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Estevao and Jamie Gittens, making his place in the starting XI uncertain.
Earns assist
Garnacho assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 2-2 draw versus AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Garnacho got himself an assist with three key passes against the Cherries on Tuesday. It was his first league goal contribution since Nov 8, having collected 10 key passes in the last seven games, a slow run since his hot start with the Blues.
Five shots, one on target
Garnacho recorded five shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute.
Analysis: Garnacho fired a season high five shots and is up to nine shots over the last two games. However, he has just one shot on target over that span. This was also the fourth time in 11 league appearances this season where he accounted for at least two chances created.
Four shots in win
Garnacho registered four shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Everton.
Analysis: Garnacho should have given his side a two goal lead several times on Saturday against Everton but couldn't find the back of the net, despite tying his season high with four shots. His willingness to attack space stretched Everton and kept chances coming, yet he left without the goal his movement merited. Garnacho hasn't scored since early November and will look to find the back of the net in Saturday's clash against the Magpies.
Brace of assists
Garnacho assisted twice to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Garnacho had himself a day Saturday, recording two assists with three key passes during the win over the Wolves. Prior to this, it had been a slow start since joining the Blues, scoring just once on three shots on target, two key passes and four tackles one during the previous four appearances in the PL.
Nets one in draw
Garnacho scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Qarabag.
Analysis: Garnacho scored for a second time in three outings and the first time in three UCL appearances on the season. His three shots and two on target in the match mark a high in UCL play this season, while his chance created marks his first within those games.
Needs to build fitness
Garnacho is working well but needs to build on his fitness as he arrived in Chelsea not fully fit, coach Enzo Mareca said in the press conference. "He is working well. For sure, he needs to work because he arrived here not 100% fit. He needs to work. He is working well and we will see. Hopefully we can give him minutes."
Analysis: Garnacho will only see a few minutes in the coming fixtures for Chelsea since he arrived not fully fit at the very end of the transfer window. The winger is expected to build his competitive fitness gradually before hoping to fight for a starting role in the frontline with the Blues.
Signs with Chelsea
Garnacho has completed a permanent transfer to Chelsea from Manchester United, according to his former club.
Analysis: Garnacho has departed Manchester after weeks of drama surrounding the player and his potential exit, joining Premier League rival Chelsea. He is coming off a season where he saw six goals and two assists in 36 appearances (23 starts), showing a decent display on the wing. He will now have to fight for time in a squad loaded with young talent, likely to rival Estavao in the attack for starting time, and see time nearly every match if he plays to his best.
Select Player
Search and select a player to compare