Kings of the first half. Chelsea set a unique record this season

London's Chelsea continues to showcase exceptional attacking efficiency this season, reaffirming their prowess in the FA Cup quarterfinal against Port Vale.

In this encounter, the Blues once again burst out of the gates, netting three unanswered goals in the first half. This marks the fifth time this season across all competitions that Chelsea has achieved such a feat—more than any other Premier League club.

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Such a blistering start allowed the Blues to take firm control of the match, effectively sealing the outcome before halftime. The team displayed high tempo, aggressive pressing, and clinical finishing, leaving their opponents with no chance to mount a comeback.