Chelsea continued their impressive form with a 2-1 win over Newcastle, marking yet another successful outing under manager Enzo Maresca. Cole Palmer delivered a standout performance, netting his seventh goal of the season early in the second half.
The English midfielder's clinical strike from the edge of the penalty area was enough to edge Chelsea ahead after Nicolas Jackson had initially opened the scoring in the 18th minute.
Jackson’s goal, set up by a clever pass from Pedro Neto, came after Palmer’s well-placed through ball launched Chelsea’s attack. Newcastle responded with an equaliser from Alexander Isak, who capitalised on a defensive lapse, but a missed opportunity later in the match prevented him from levelling the score a second time.
Chelsea's consistent finishing power, evidenced by a 13-game scoring streak across all competitions, underscores their top-four aspirations this season.
Palmer’s consistency, backed by Jackson’s emerging form, has made the Blues a formidable force in front of goal, particularly at Stamford Bridge, where they’ve now scored 19 goals over their last seven fixtures.
In contrast, Newcastle’s struggles continue; winless in five games, they sit 12th in the table, grappling with a demanding fixture schedule and recent injuries. While Newcastle showed resilience, their lack of clinical finishing remains a hurdle, further evident in Isak’s missed chance that could have changed the game’s trajectory.
As Chelsea’s top-four ambitions strengthen, Newcastle will need to rediscover their form quickly to keep pace in the Premier League.
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