That triumph transformed Enzo's career overnight. He became a household name. A global star. And just six weeks after becoming a world champion, Enzo completed his transfer from Benfica to Chelsea.

Much has happened since, both for Fernandez and Chelsea. Yet tomorrow afternoon the midfielder will compete for his first major trophy in the English game as the Blues face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final.

By his own admission, Enzo required time to adapt to his new surroundings and the rigours of the Premier League. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino and his staff, all native Spanish speakers, have helped in both regards.

But as a date at Wembley appeared on the horizon, Enzo found his best form. There was his goal against Middlesbrough that swung the semi-final tie in our favour; an inch-perfect free-kick against Aston Villa in the FA Cup; a well-taken strike to see off Crystal Palace.

The Argentine’s influence is growing day by day, game by game. And now he has silverware in his sights.

'This is why I joined Chelsea,’ explains Enzo at our training base at Cobham. ‘It’s one of the biggest clubs in the world and always fighting to be top in the Premier League and competing in finals for trophies.

‘It is a club that has to try to win everything. That is what it demands. It's why I came here. I want to keep winning things in my career.

‘To win this competition at Wembley would be really important. I want to win it, but it's not just for me. I want to win it with this group. The group deserves this title because it's not always been easy over the last 18 months.'

Enzo is not one to shirk a challenge. Nor is he afraid to take responsibility on the pitch. The 23-year-old has played in every game in our journey to the Carabao Cup final and is looking forward to a maiden outing at Wembley.

‘I’ve never played there,' he says. 'It has always been a dream to play there and I will feel very proud to play a final at the stadium. I will enjoy the experience and give my all so that we can win on that pitch.’

Enzo is unlikely to be overawed on the big stage, especially given his approach to a final is to enjoy the experience rather than feel the pressure of the occasion.

It certainly served him well at the 2022 World Cup. Even with an estimated 1.5 billion eyes watching that classic final between then-holders France and Argentina, Fernandez wanted to take it all in.

‘To play in the World Cup final was an amazing experience. I prepared myself mentally, I tried to stay calm and tried to enjoy it.

‘Obviously, there were some nerves before the game – it’s a World Cup final! – but I tried to be professional and appreciate the moment because it’s not something that comes around every day.

'So from the first minute to the last, I was focused on enjoying the game, and it went well for us.’

Enzo didn't start that tournament in Argentina's starting eleven, yet by the end of it he was a key player.

It was in Argentina’s second game of the tournament, a crucial win over Mexico, that Fernandez made only his fifth appearance on the international stage. It showcased he is a quick learner and doesn't lack any quality at the very highest level.

Helped by a certain Lionel Messi – a man Fernandez said was not only the side’s leader but also his idol – Argentina went all the way. A dramatic penalty shootout victory after a 3-3 draw in that final was a remarkable way to cap the tournament.

It is something that will remain with Enzo for the rest of his life, let alone his career. Playing in the biggest match in the sport, with the weight of a nation on your shoulders is not easy for any player, let alone a young one.

But Enzo's experience could prove important in the Blues dressing room come Sunday afternoon. He has been there and done it, and our No.8 insists he and his teammates will be ready for the challenge.

‘If somebody wants to talk, or somebody asks me about something, then I will explain. But I wouldn’t just go and tell them, especially as there are players here in the squad who have played in finals.

‘I don’t need to tell them what to expect because this is Chelsea, a big club that regularly plays in finals. The players understand that.

‘We need to stay together as a group, to enjoy it, but to take it seriously. That is what the shirt demands when you are Chelsea.

'If we play as a team, have the right mentality because there is always pressure in a final, and stay concentrated, we can achieve our dream of winning the trophy.’