The equation was as simple as it was complicated for Tottenham. Traveling this Tuesday on the lawn of neighbor Chelsea, Spurs knew that in the event of a victory or a draw, they would remain in the Premier League next season. Finally beaten by the Blues (2-1, 37th day), they will play their game this Sunday. It will be at home against Everton.
Faced with a Chelsea team more than ever fighting for a European place, the mission of Roberto De Zerbi’s men promises to be tough. And all this was confirmed with a start to the match to the advantage of the Blues who opened the scoring through Enzo Fernandez (1-0, 18th). Spurs side, no response before the break.
Shortly after the hour mark, Chelsea doubled the lead on a counter well led by Enzo Fernandez, this time decisive passer for the former Strasbourg player, Andrey Santos (2-0, 67th). Despite this new blow, Tottenham tried everything to get back on track. With 61% of ball possession in his favor, he ended up finding the gap to reduce the gap thanks to Richarlison (2-1, 74th).
Tottenham quits or doubles against Everton
No more goals will be scored and Chelsea take advantage of this success to move up to eighth place in the Premier League standings. He will go to Sunderland this Sunday to try to maintain a European place. Not necessarily a cakewalk, especially since Régis Lebris’ Black Cats are direct competitors in this quest.
As for Tottenham (17th), it still has two points ahead of relegated West Ham (18th). We will have to do everything to win at home against Everton while the Hammers will host Leeds.
