#6 Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool
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Liverpool went into this game high in confidence as they had thrashed the reigning champions Leicester before coming to the capital.
The Reds started the game strongly, pressed high that restricted the hosts outside the final third. That strong start saw Liverpool go in front after sixteen minutes as Lovren found the net, taking advantage of the slack marking by the Blues.
The thoroughly deserved lead was doubled in the 36th minute by captain Henderson, who curled a stunning effort into the top corner from 30 yards out that somehow got past Courtois. Liverpool ended the half with a deserved 2-0 lead, something precious to hold on in the next half.
The Blues gave a defiant performance and started the second half with more composure that saw them cut the deficit by one goal after a defensive mistake by Matip allowed Costa to find the back of the net. The Reds somehow managed to withstand Chelsea’s pressure and cling on to the lead and came out of the Bridge with all three points.
