London, UK – December 15, 2024 – Chelsea’s impressive winning streak continued on Sunday as they edged out Brentford 2-1 at Stamford Bridge, moving within two points of Premier League leaders Liverpool. The Blues’ fifth consecutive victory has catapulted them into contention for the title, with Liverpool now looking over their shoulders.
Enzo Maresca’s side dominated the first half, and their efforts were rewarded just before the break when Marc Cucurella nodded home a cross from Noni Madueke. Nicolas Jackson doubled Chelsea’s lead in the 80th minute, and although Bryan Mbeumo pulled one back for Brentford late on, the hosts held on for a crucial win.
The result has significant implications for the title race, with Chelsea emerging as Liverpool’s main challengers. Arsenal and Manchester City, who had been expected to push Liverpool all the way, have faltered in recent weeks, leaving Chelsea as the most likely team to mount a serious challenge.
Elsewhere, Tottenham Hotspur thrashed Southampton 5-0 in a one-sided encounter on the south coast. James Maddison scored twice, with Son Heung-min, Dejan Kulusevski, and Pape Sarr also on the scoresheet as Spurs ran riot in the first half. The win marks a welcome return to form for Ange Postecoglou’s side, who have now won seven and lost seven of their 16 top-flight matches.
In the early kick-off, Crystal Palace moved four points clear of the relegation zone with a 3-1 victory at Brighton, thanks to a brace from Ismaila Sarr. The win will come as a relief to Palace fans, who had been growing increasingly anxious about their team’s prospects.
The day’s other major news came from Wolves, who sacked manager Gary O’Neil after a fourth straight defeat in the Premier League. The Midlands club are now in the relegation zone and will be searching for a new manager to turn their season around.
Source: Africa Publicity
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