EPL: CUCURELLA’S GOAL SINKS MAN UTD AS CHELSEA BOOST TOP-FOUR CHANCES
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By: Sefiu Ajape
Chelsea secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Friday, with Marc Cucurella’s second-half header proving decisive.
The win strengthens Chelsea’s push for a Champions League spot and intensifies the competition at the top of the Premier League table.
Despite a lively first half, the match remained scoreless at the break. United briefly thought they had taken the lead in the 16th minute through Harry Maguire, but the effort was disallowed following a VAR review.
The contest was marked by its intensity, with a total of nine yellow cards issued — including bookings for Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Noussair Mazraoui, and Amad Diallo — reflecting the high stakes and fierce rivalry on display.
The breakthrough came in the 71st minute when Reece James set up Cucurella, who calmly slotted home the decisive goal to give Chelsea the lead.
Despite United’s late attempts to salvage a point, Chelsea held firm.
Manchester United’s frustration was evident in the closing stages as more yellow cards were handed to Manuel Ugarte, Amari’i Heaven, and Cole Palmer.
With the win, Chelsea climbed to fourth place with 66 points from 37 games, tied with Aston Villa and Newcastle United but ahead on goal difference.
They now sit just two points behind second-placed Arsenal, as the title race edges closer to a dramatic conclusion.
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