Chelsea Extends Winning Run, Defeats Tottenham 2-0 at Stamford Bridge
Match Report and Highlights: Chalobah, Jackson Seal Victory for the Blues
Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson scored goals to give Chelsea a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.
Chelsea dominated the first half but failed to break the deadlock until Trevoh Chalobah's headed in a corner in the 55th minute. Nicolas Jackson doubled the lead for the Blues in the 75th minute, finishing off a fine team move.
Tottenham had chances to get back into the game, but Hugo Lloris made a number of saves to keep Chelsea in front. The result means that Chelsea remain in contention for a top-four finish, while Tottenham's hopes of making the Champions League are fading.
Match Highlights:
- Chelsea started the game strongly and had the first chance in the 5th minute when Kai Havertz fired wide.
- Tottenham grew into the game and had a good chance in the 25th minute when Son Heung-min struck the post.
- Trevoh Chalobah headed Chelsea into the lead in the 55th minute from a corner.
- Nicolas Jackson doubled Chelsea's lead in the 75th minute after a fine team move.
- Tottenham pushed for a goal in the closing stages but failed to break down Chelsea's defense.
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