Gittens: It feels great to play football at Stamford Bridge for the first time, I like the team s competitive atmosphere

 5:45am, 9 August 2025
In the friendly match held early this morning, Chelsea beat Leverkusen 2-0, and Gittens, who celebrated his 21st birthday, played for Chelsea's substitute in this game. After the game, he accepted an interview with the media.

Gittens said: "I feel great, this is my first time playing football at Stamford Bridge. The fans are amazing, and the team has performed very well."

"I am very excited about this season. Every day's training is like a game. Everyone has a strong competitive mentality. I need such an atmosphere, in my life, in football, to push myself to the limit."