In a thrilling weekend of English Premier League (EPL) action, Chelsea managed to overcome Newcastle United with a 2-1 win on Sunday, led by the inspiring performance of young star Cole Palmer. This victory marked an essential bounce-back for the Blues, following a recent defeat in the league.
Chelsea entered the match at Stamford Bridge determined to recover, with Palmer showing his intent early on. Within the first five minutes, he found the net, only to see his goal ruled out for a marginal offside.
Despite the setback, Palmer continued to influence the game and set up a chance that led to Chelsea’s opening goal. His precise pass to Pedro Neto allowed Neto to find Nicolas Jackson, who confidently slotted in his sixth goal of the season, giving Chelsea the lead.
Newcastle responded with resilience, equalizing before halftime. Alexander Isak tapped in a cross from Lewis Hall, capping off a well-organized move that tested Chelsea’s defense.
However, it was Palmer again who made the decisive difference shortly after the second half began. In the 47th minute, he surged forward and unleashed a powerful shot that slipped past Newcastle’s goalkeeper Nick Pope at his near post. This goal secured Chelsea’s lead and ultimately sealed the 2-1 result.
Newcastle had opportunities to secure a draw, notably a late chance for Isak, who nearly rounded Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez but missed the critical shot. This defeat leaves Newcastle without a win in five league matches, increasing the pressure on their manager Eddie Howe as they prepare for a League Cup rematch against Chelsea.
In other Premier League action, Crystal Palace claimed their first victory of the season with a narrow 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur at Selhurst Park. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the only goal, assisted by Eberechi Eze.
Eze later had another effort ruled offside, while Spurs, missing captain Son Heung-min, struggled in attack. The loss pushed Tottenham to eighth place, with just one away win in five matches this season.
Meanwhile, Manchester United faced another setback, with a late 2-1 loss to West Ham United at the London Stadium. Erik ten Hag’s squad failed to capitalize on numerous first-half opportunities.
Alejandro Garnacho struck the post, and Diogo Dalot missed a clear chance with the goal wide open. Casemiro managed to equalize for United late in the game, but a controversial penalty awarded by VAR led to a decisive spot-kick by West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen, sending United to 14th in the standings.
