Chelsea climbed back into the Premier League’s top four with a crucial 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge, thanks to a powerful Enzo Fernandez header. The Blues secured three vital points in a tense London derby, with Cole Palmer providing a pinpoint cross for Fernandez to break the deadlock in the 50th minute.
Despite late drama, including disallowed goals for both Moises Caicedo and Pape Sarr, Chelsea were the dominant side and fully deserved their win. Tottenham had goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario to thank for keeping them in the game for as long as he did, producing several key saves to deny Chelsea an even bigger margin of victory.
This win was particularly important for Enzo Maresca’s side, as many of their Champions League qualification rivals had picked up points earlier in the week. With this result, Chelsea move up to fourth place in the Premier League table with 52 points, leapfrogging both Manchester City and Newcastle United.
On the other hand, it was another frustrating outing for Spurs, who are now winless in four consecutive Premier League matches. Ange Postecoglou’s side remains in 14th place with 34 points, struggling to find form in the second half of the season.
With Chelsea back in the mix for a top-four finish, the battle for Champions League spots continues to heat up as the season enters its final stretch.
