Chelsea Star Liam Delap Stuns Fans with Long-Throw Heritage from Father Rory Delap
Football fans are in shock and awe after learning that Chelsea youngster Liam Delap is the son of Rory Delap, the former Stoke City icon renowned for his legendary long throw-ins.
The revelation gained traction on social media after Rory was spotted celebrating with Liam following Chelsea’s FIFA Club World Cup triumph over PSG.
Their heartfelt father-son moment quickly went viral, sparking nostalgia among Premier League fans who fondly remember Rory’s incredible throw-ins that caused chaos in opposition boxes.
Rory Delap: The Original Long-Throw King
Rory Delap became a cult hero at Stoke City, turning his rocket throw-ins into an offensive weapon that terrified even the best defenses. His throws were so lethal they were often compared to corner kicks.
One fan humorously recalled on X (formerly Twitter):
“Prime Stoke City = Football Heritage. Rory’s throws were as good as crosses!”
Another fan said in disbelief:
“Wait, so Liam Delap is the son of THAT Rory Delap? Wow, time flies!”
Liam Delap Football Legacy Passed Down
Liam Delap, now making his mark at Chelsea, seems to have inherited the football genes, even if he’s better known for his clinical finishing rather than throw-ins.
Chelsea striker Liam Delap IMAGO
Fans joked about the possibility of the youngster adding his dad’s iconic skill to his arsenal:
“If Liam can do even half of Rory’s throws, Chelsea will have a new weapon!”
The discovery also sparked generational banter, with one nostalgic supporter writing:
“Delap pikin don dey play ball, chai… and I never marry. What Rory did to Arsenal defenders, Gunners fans still can’t forget.”
Chelsea’s Bright Future, Built on Heritage
Liam Delap is already showing promise as a striker, helping Chelsea lift the Club World Cup trophy, but now fans see him as more than just a rising star—he’s continuing a family legacy.
Enzo Maresca celebrates Chelsea’s Club World Cup win (Credit X)
The moment between father and son reminds everyone that football’s rich history and heritage often runs deep through generations.
Will L. Delap carry the Delap name to new heights, just like his father did in the Premier League?
