Mateus Fernandes' stats vs Chelsea: 91 successful passes, 6 possessions regained

Tottenham defeated Chelsea 2-0 away from home in the 8th round of the Premier League, with Mateus Fernandes starting and playing the full match. According to Squawka, he led the game in eight statistical categories, including touches, successful passes, and tackles, while also tying for the most chances created.

Mateus Fernandes recorded 121 touches and 91 successful passes in this match, including 87 successful passes from open play. He made 43 passes into the opposition's half and 13 successful passes in the attacking third, leading the game in all five metrics. He also led the game with 6 deliveries into the opposition's box, 5 tackles, and 2 successful crosses, while creating 2 chances, tied for the most in the match.

In the attacking third, Mateus Fernandes completed 13 of his 16 attempted passes. Defensively, he regained possession 6 times during the match, with 3 recoveries in his defensive third and 3 in the midfield third. He also received one yellow card.

In the 77th minute, Mateus Fernandes delivered a corner, and Mike Penders, attempting to clear, deflected the ball into his own net to give Tottenham the opening goal. Although Fernandes neither scored nor registered an assist in the match, he was instrumental in creating the team's first goal.