AFCON 2025
Chelsea picked up a vital three points in their quest for a Premier League top-five spot as they defeated recently-crowned champions Liverpool 3-1 at Stamford Bridge.
That win is massive! 🔵#CFC | #CHELIV pic.twitter.com/c00qstW6BW
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 4, 2025
Having clinched the title against Tottenham Hotspur last weekend, Liverpool had nothing to play for other than pride in south-west London, which was reflected in the fact that Arne Slot made six changes to the side that defeated Spurs.
Chelsea, meanwhile, remain locked in a battle for UEFA Champions League qualification, and the way they started the match displayed the extra hunger they had.
Within three minutes, the Blues were in front following an incisive attacking move that involved Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto, before Enzo Fernández kept his cool to slot home from close range.
The Blues doubled their lead early in the second half through a Jorrel Quansah own-goal before Virgil Van Dijk pulled one back for the visitors.
Cole Palmer made sure of the three points with a penalty, his first goal since January.
