Chelsea conceded a 94th minute equalizer at Krestovsky stadium to settle for a 3-3 draw against Zenit and surrender top spot in Champions League Group H on Wednesday.
The Spaniard has shown his prowess in penalty shoot-outs in 2021-22, playing a big part in Chelsea’s victory over Villarreal in the UEFA Super Cup.
The goalkeeper was once again the hero in the penalties on Tuesday night, as Chelsea edged past Southampton.
Arsenal and Chelsea defeated Leeds United and Southampton respectively on Tuesday to advance to the quarterfinals of the competition.
Kepa Arrizabalaga was impressive at Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday when asked to step in for the injured Edouard Mendy.
The substitution of Kepa for Mendy was surprising initially but turned out to be an absolute masterstroke from Tuchel.
Chelsea beat Villarreal 6-5 on penalties to win the UEFA Super Cup after the game finished 1-1 in 120 minutes courtesy of Hakim Ziyech and Gerard Moreno's goals.
On this day in 2018, Chelsea signed Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao. It is safe to say the move didn't work out as hoped.
Chelsea, also champions in 2012, have become the 13th team to win multiple European Cups.
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel has been impressed with Billy Gilmour’s recent performances.