It will be difficult for
Chelsea to remember that they remain in control of their destiny in this competition. Frank Lampard’s young side gave everything on a breathless night at the Mestalla and there were eight minutes left when an eccentric game took another wild turn. Kepa Arrizabalaga had been the hero after saving Daniel Parejo’s penalty but the Chelsea goalkeeper was at fault when Daniel Wass’s freakish cross sailed over him to rescue a draw for Valencia.
Chelsea, who had led thanks to goals from Mateo Kovacic and Christian Pulisic, could not believe it. Yet if they win their final game in Group H, at home to Lille on 10 December, it will be enough to secure their spot in the last 16 of the Champions League. Chelsea remain level on eight points with Valencia, who still have to visit Ajax.