“You Were the Best Player Today” – Estevão Willian’s Emotional Farewell to Chelsea Teammate After Liverpool Win
Football is often remembered for its goals, drama, and moments of magic — but sometimes, it’s the bonds between teammates that leave the deepest impression. That truth shone through at Stamford Bridge on October 4, 2025, when 18-year-old Brazilian prodigy Estevão Willian stole the headlines with a last-gasp winner against Liverpool.
Yet, instead of basking in his glory, the teenager used the moment to pay tribute to a departing Chelsea teammate, delivering a heartfelt farewell message that stunned fans.
“I know I scored a beautiful goal, but you were the best player today. I can’t believe you’ve played your last game for us,” Estevão said, his words full of admiration and disbelief.
The message, which quickly went viral across social media, turned celebrations of Chelsea’s dramatic 2-1 win into a bittersweet occasion. While the crowd roared for Estevão’s brilliance, the dressing room quietly mourned the loss of one of its own.
A Night of Drama at the Bridge
The clash itself had everything: Moisés Caicedo opened the scoring with a thunderous strike, Cody Gakpo leveled for Liverpool in the second half, and just when the game seemed destined for a draw, Estevão produced a stunning finish in stoppage time to seal victory.
But even as Stamford Bridge erupted, the teenager’s focus was elsewhere — on the teammate he privately called a “mentor” and “big brother” since arriving in London.
The Mystery Departure
Chelsea’s squad has been in flux under Enzo Maresca, with injuries, Financial Fair Play restrictions, and ongoing transfer speculation fueling uncertainty. Reports suggest that Estevão’s emotional message was directed at a senior figure in the squad who had already been told that the Liverpool game would be his last in blue.
Fans have since been speculating online, with names such as Benoît Badiashile, Conor Gallagher, and Raheem Sterling among those rumored to be on the move. Whoever the player is, Estevão’s words made clear the impact they had on him — and how deeply their exit will be felt inside the dressing room.