Striker Richarlison capitalized on a mistake by Chelsea’s defense to secure Everton a 1-0 victory and what could be a precious three points in their fight to avoid relegation in the Premier League amid a vibrant atmosphere at Goodison Park on Sunday. ).
The home team opened the scoring in the first minute of the second half, after Cesar Azpilicueta lost possession under pressure from the Brazilian forward, who took advantage of the error to shoot low, with no chance for goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. Chelsea dominated possession. of the ball and Everton had to hold on tight in the final half hour of play.
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The winning team remains in the relegation zone, but is two points behind Burnley and Leeds United with a game in hand. Chelsea remain third with 66 points from 34 games as they attempt to qualify for the Champions League.
The Everton team bus was greeted by hundreds of fans gathered outside Goodison Road, blue smoke from flares filling the room in what was a vocal show of support for Frank Lampard’s team.
Fireworks were also set off outside the hotel where the Chelsea team stayed overnight.
“Few believed in us, but our team did, and the reception we had before the game was tremendous,” Everton captain Seamus Coleman told Sky Sports. “This club means everything to the fans and now we are guaranteed three more points. But we are still in the confusion zone.”
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