In the third round of the Carabao Cup, Chelsea came from behind to beat Leeds United 6-3 at home. Valentín Barco, who scored his first goal for Chelsea in this match, spoke to the official club media after the game.

First of all, that was a fantastic match and a fantastic victory. Have you experienced a match like this before?

It was indeed a crazy match. I thought they were very strong. We knew before the game that it would be a difficult match. I watched their Wembley semi-final last season, and that was also a tough game. But we're strong too, with an incredible squad and top players. I think this comeback was crazy—especially in the early part of the second half, those first 15 minutes were outstanding.

The manager made four substitutions at half-time. What did he say to you before you went out for the second half?

Four substitutions is a lot, but we had to keep playing, keep fighting, and play with our own character, because they're very strong. The fans were incredible in those 15 minutes and throughout the game—even more so in that period. I think those substitutions made a decisive difference too. So I'm very happy to be here and playing with players like these. Now it's time to keep pushing forward.

You played the full 90 minutes again. Are you satisfied with your overall performance?

I feel good. In my first interview after joining Chelsea, I said I was ready to play in matches like this and ready for the Premier League. It's a very physical and competitive league, but I think I'm ready. I'm prepared to fight in every match and to perform. I'm very comfortable with the team and the manager, which makes me very happy, and I'm enjoying all of this.

Your first goal for Chelsea—you could see the emotion in that moment. That's a special moment for you, isn't it?

Yes, it wasn't easy. I hope this is the first of many goals, but it really made me very happy. Before the match, I spoke to my wife, and I told her I would score a goal for my daughter.

After scoring, I made that gesture because my daughter's name is Gemma. I wanted to thank everyone—thank the manager for his trust in me, and thank my teammates.

This is a great club, and I hope to play many matches here, score many goals, and win many trophies.

Finally, you just mentioned the fans. The atmosphere today was incredible, especially in the second half, wasn't it?

Not just today—I think the atmosphere is incredible at every match. I'm very grateful for the support from the fans, and we'll work hard to play well and win matches. That way they'll be happy, and we'll be happy.

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