Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Leicester City

Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Leicester City, thanks to a stunning long-range strike from Marc Cucurella. The victory lifted the Blues back into the Premier League’s top four, but their performance followed a familiar pattern—dominance in possession without a cutting edge in the final third. Leicester’s deep defensive setup frustrated Chelsea, who struggled to create clear chances. The best opportunity came when Jadon Sancho won a penalty, but in a rare miss, Cole Palmer failed to convert. 

With the game still in the balance, Cucurella stepped up on the hour mark, unleashing a brilliant shot from distance to break the deadlock. His goal was a reminder that sometimes taking risks is necessary instead of endlessly recycling possession. While the win was crucial, Chelsea’s lack of creativity remains a concern as they push for a top-four finish.