Chelsea edged closer to the Europa Conference League knockout stage after maintaining their flawless start in the competition with victory over Heidenheim in Germany. Christopher Nkunku's fifth goal in the group phase set Enzo Maresca's side on their way ...

Chelsea maintained their perfect record in the Conference League with a hard earned 2-0 victory at Germany's Heidenheim on Thursday, with former Bundesliga players Christopher Nkunku and Jadon Sancho playing a key role.

The Blues are in Germany tonight looking to continue their fine Conference League campaign, taking on a team who could not be more different in stature. While Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is just in his sixth month at the helm, Heidenheim boss Frank Schmidt has been in the role since 2007, a remarkable 17 years.