Chelsea Beat Spurs At The Bridge Courtesy Of Enzo Fernandez Lone Goal

Published

1 year ago

April 3, 2025

thecloudngr

Chelsea Beat Spurs At The Bridge Courtesy Of Enzo Fernandez Lone Goal

Enzo Fernandez sent Chelsea back into the Champions League qualification positions with a second-half header that secured a 1-0 win over Tottenham in a typically feisty Premier League derby between the London rivals on Thursday.

The Argentina midfielder got in between defenders to nod home Cole Palmer’s cross in the 50th minute at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea climbed above Newcastle and Manchester City into fourth place in the Premier League, which should have five spots in next season’s Champions League. There are eight rounds left in the league.

This fixture has been wild and chaotic in recent years and while the latest edition was hardly a classic, there were 10 yellow cards and a melee to go with two goals disallowed after video review — one for each side.

Moises Caicedo thought he had put Chelsea 2-0 ahead in the 56th when he volleyed home sweetly after a free kick was only partially cleared, but the goal was ruled out for offside against Levi Colwill in the buildup after long VAR check that frustrated fans.

Tottenham substitute Pape Sarr then had a long-range strike scrubbed off because he fouled Caicedo before surging forward to take his shot. In the end, Sarr lost his goal and was booked for his challenge.

Tottenham captain Son Heung-min had a chance saved by Robert Sanchez before 12 minutes of stoppage time.

“If we want to become an important team, we need to win in a dirty way, ugly way,” Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said, “and (I’m) quite happy.”

Tottenham stayed in 14th place, with its priority now clearly the Europa League after reaching the quarterfinals. This was another below-par league performance that will pile the pressure on its under-fire manager, Ange Postecoglou, who was unhappy at Sarr’s goal being disallowed and faced some criticism from fans for his substitutions during the second half.

“My subs have been booed, it’s not the first time,” Postecoglou said. “They are allowed to boo.”

The match saw the return from injury of Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson after two months out.

thecloudngr

0Shares

Related Topics:Chelsea Beat Spurs Chelsea Beat Spurs At The Bridge Courtesy Of Enzo Fernandez Lone Goal Enzo Fernandez

Up Next

#BRECHE: Watch Free Livestream Match Between Brentford Vs Chelsea Here

Don't Miss

JUST IN: US President, Donald Trump Imposes 14% Tariff On Nigerian Exports

Click to comment

Sports

Eberechi Eze Early Strike Hands #Arsenal Vital Win Over #Newcastle United

Published

2 days ago

April 25, 2026

thecloudngr

Eberechi Eze Early Strike Hands #Arsenal Vital Win Over #Newcastle United—-Arsenal climbed to the top of the Premier League table after securing a narrow but crucial victory over Newcastle United, thanks to an early goal from Eberechi Eze.

The breakthrough came in just the ninth minute, when Eze found the back of the net with a composed finish to give the Gunners a perfect start. The early strike proved decisive as Mikel Arteta’s side managed the game effectively from there.

Newcastle pushed for an equaliser, creating several chances, but Arsenal’s defence remained disciplined and organised to keep them at bay.

The win provides a major boost to Arsenal’s title hopes, moving them to the summit of the table and piling pressure on their closest rivals.

With momentum building, the Gunners will now look to maintain their form as the race for the Premier League title intensifies.

thecloudngr

0Shares

Sports

Frustrated Arsenal Fans Plead with Pep Guardiola to Let Mikel Arteta Arsenal Win The League (VIDEO)

Published

2 days ago

April 25, 2026

thecloudngr

Frustrated Arsenal Fans Plead with Pep Guardiola to Let Mikel Arteta Arsenal Win The League (VIDEO)—-A group of frustrated Arsenal fans have gone viral after making an emotional plea to Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola amid the intensifying Premier League title race.

In clips circulating on social media, the supporters were heard shouting toward Guardiola, begging him to ease the pressure on Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta as the title battle reaches a decisive stage.

“Pep, please let Arteta win the league!” one fan shouted, while another added, “Let Arteta win something!” A third voice could be heard saying, “Pep, you’ve ruined my life,” capturing the raw emotions of fans watching their side’s title hopes slip under City’s relentless form.

The reactions come as Manchester City narrow victory against already relegated Burnley move them to the top of the table, while Arsenal now sit second on goal scored, piling pressure on Arteta’s side in the final stretch of the season.

Guardiola’s team, known for their consistency and late-season surges, have once again emerged as strong contenders, threatening to overtake Arsenal despite trailing for much of the campaign.

For Arsenal fans, the moment reflects a mix of frustration, admiration, and resignation, as they watch a familiar story unfold — their title ambitions being challenged by City’s dominance.

Meanwhile, Arteta remains focused on keeping his squad composed, knowing any slip-up could prove costly in what has become one of the most tightly contested title races in recent years.

WATCH VIDEO BELOW:

https://www.instagram.com/accounts/suspended/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Freel%2FDXjcyMvAl04%2F%3Figsh%3DMWNoMmhyZjU1czEwYg%253D%253D%26__coig_ufac%3D1#

thecloudngr