Marc Cucurella’s second-half strike secured a vital 1-0 win for Chelsea against Leicester, lifting the Blues into the Champions League spots. Despite missing a first-half penalty through Cole Palmer, Chelsea found a way to claim all three points, with Cucurella drilling a precise low shot into the bottom corner.
Leicester struggled to create chances, managing just three shots— their lowest tally in a Premier League match this season. The defeat leaves them six points from safety in 19th place, increasing fears of an immediate return to the Championship.
For Chelsea, this was a must-win fixture in their top-four chase, especially with back-to-back home games against struggling opposition. However, their finishing remains a concern, as their xG is second only to Liverpool’s, but they often fail to capitalize.
Palmer, who missed from the spot, is now on a seven-game drought without a goal or assist. Despite that, Chelsea took care of business and strengthened their push for Champions League football.
