In a match both sides needed to win, a gutsy Watford prevailed after Troy Deeney’s well-taken penalty on the stroke of half-time. Chelsea for all their quality, had a numerical disadvantage for an hour after Tiemoue Bakayoko was dismissed after two sloppy bookings in five minutes and struggled to contend with the hosts’ continuous pressure as time wore on, before an action-packed ten minute spell where four goals were scored. Continue reading “Watford 4-1 Chelsea: Doucoure and Deulofeu shine as Hornets thump struggling Blues”
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Chelsea ‘tempt’ Courtois with new contract offer: rightly so
Having reportedly rejected their initial contract offer, Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been offered a new extension deal to sign on for five more years – rightly so. The imposing Belgian, 25, is one of the world’s best and if they agree new terms, it will reinforce the Blues’ long-term plans going forward.
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Arsenal 1-1 Chelsea (4-1 on penalties): Gunners come from behind to win at Wembley again
Arsenal claimed the first piece of silverware after prevailing over London rivals Chelsea on penalties in today’s Community Shield fixture at Wembley.
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