Chelsea Draw Helps Leicester Become Part Of Premier League History

Chelsea Draw Helps Leicester Become Part Of Premier League History

It was not a game for the faint of heart this one as Chelsea denied Tottenham the chance to continue their fight for the Premier League title and maintain hope they can still dethrone Leicester. The desire to send the title to Leicester rather than to the North of London was so big that it could have ended badly for several members of both sides. The tension started growing right after the referee blew his whistle. Things started out badly for Chelsea who were lacking focus down the middle of the defense. Slow reactions from all defenders allowed Harry Kane and Son-Heung-Min to beat Begovic who was left hopeless in front of the two attackers. Something happened in the locker room though at half time. Hiddink somehow found the words to motivate the team into playing like a trophy was up for grabs.

Cahill was the one to start the comeback after losing his marker who was supposed to prevent the England international from reaching the corner kick. Chelsea’s center-back placed the ball in the left side of goal and gave Lloris no chance. Then there’s Hazard whose game makes us happy to read rumors that he is not intending to leave despite what he went through this season. The Belgium international reminded us why he was once the club’s top scorer and also reminded us why he was seen as Messi’s successor. He was brilliant in all aspects of his game. He did not look fearful, he kept his head up high and he found the spaces only a few players have the eyes to see. Even if his goal count is not worth mentioning, his goal against Tottenham is one worth pointing out. Not only it was 90% his own creation but it also came during a critical moment of the game.

Unfortunately, helping Leicester win the Premier League does not do Chelsea that much good other than they help former boss Claudio Ranieri claim the title which will make older members of the squad happy in particular plus they denied London rivals Tottenham so congratulations must go to Hiddink for managing to get the team back on track in such a big match. The comeback must have made good viewing for incoming manager Antonio Conte.