The former Barcelona striker opened his Chelsea account as the Blues made it six wins from six in the European competitoin
Chelsea marched into the last-16 of the Conference League as Enzo Maresca's youthful side eased to a 3-1 win over Astana in sub-freezing temperatures.
Marc Guiu got the goal his hard work deserved with a smart finish in the 14th minute before Aleksandr Marochkin scored an own goal under pressure from the former Barcelona youngster four minutes later.
Renato Veiga was afforded too much time and space to head home six minutes before half time, only for Marin Tomasov to pull one back with a peach in the 45th minute from just inside the box.
The visitors, who fielded six teenagers over the course of the match, came up against a more solid opposition after the interval in what was a goalless second half.
Chelsea currently top the Conference League table and now no longer have to worry about a play-off tie in the competition.
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Filip Jorgensen (7/10):
Nothing he could do for Tomasov's stunner but made a couple of good stops when called upon. He is continuing to knock on the door for that first-choice keeper spot.
Josh Acheampong (8/10):
The 18-year-old didn't have many issues with Astana's fairly ineffective attack but looked solid enough in defence. Looks to have a bright future ahead of him.
Tosin Adarabioyo (8/10):
Swept up nearly everything that came his way in an authoritative performance as a senior figure in a young side.
Axel Disasi (8/10):
The Frenchman was strong and competent in Chelsea's backline. Plus, he got forward nicely, too.
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Samuel Rak-Sakyi (8/10):
The 19-year-old looked calm and assured anchoring Chelsea's midfield in arctic-like conditions.
Renato Veiga (7/10):
Took his goal with ease but probably should have done more to prevent Astana's solitary goal as he stood off Tomasov.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (7/10):
Came across as a bit slow and sluggish in the first half but improved a great deal in the second. However, he still doesn't seem close to the Chelsea first team.
Carney Chukwuemeka (7/10):
Got into the swing of things more as the game went on but some of his decision-making was questionable.
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Tyrique George (7/10):
The 18-year-old showed plenty of promise and had some nice moments during the game and was unlucky not to grab a goal.
Marc Guiu (8/10):
Looked so up for the contest right from the off, took his goal well, and was partly responsible for his side's second. Will be happy to get his first Chelsea goal.
Pedro Neto (8/10):
Showed his pace and dribbling ability for Chelsea's first two goals and was a threat during the 45 minutes he spent on the pitch.
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Ato Ampah (7/10):
Illustrated his pace and quick feet but sometimes his touch was a bit heavy.
Harvey Vale (7/10):
The 21-year-old was neat and tidy when he came on.
Shim Mheuka (7/10):
Was lively off the bench.
Kiano Dyer (N/A)
Too little time to make an impact.
Enzo Maresca (8/10):
Played a very young side and it paid off as his team got the job done, plenty of youth products got valuable game time, and their main stars were rested.
