Chelsea moved into the Premier League’s top four with a 2-0 win away at Everton on Saturday, October 17. Both goals came after the break in a game that had been goalless at half-time.

A patient performance

The first half was tight, with Everton organised and difficult to break down in front of their own supporters. Chelsea kept their shape and their patience, and the decisive moments came in the second half, when they scored twice to take control of the game.

Everton’s run halted

Everton had made an encouraging start to the campaign and arrived level on points with several clubs chasing the European places. The defeat leaves them on 10 points from seven matches, in seventh place.

Table impact

The win takes Chelsea to 13 points from seven matches, level with third-placed Brighton, who have a game in hand. They sit one point above Liverpool, who also won on Saturday at Brentford.

• Score: Everton 0-2 Chelsea (half-time 0-0)
• Chelsea: 4th, 13 points
• Everton: 7th, 10 points

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