Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher enjoyed is battle with Manchester City's Rodri on Sunday.
The match finished 4-4, with both players impressive on the night.
"I love the challenge of playing against the best midfielders in the world," Gallagher said. "It's always good to test yourself and see how you can perform against them and Rodri is one of the best in the world.
"He's a top player but I am confident in myself. I like to show that on the pitch. I felt it was a good game. Hopefully the confidence can grow.
"A lot was going on in the summer - a big transition in the club, a lot of players coming in, a lot of players leaving. I was lucky enough to stay and be a part of the manager's plans, whatever he wants me to do I have been doing and I will keep working as hard as possible for him."