Marc Cucurella stood out in Chelsea’s win over Brentford, while Cole Palmer had a quieter game, leaving fans with mixed feelings.
London: Chelsea had a thrilling match against Brentford, winning 2-1. Marc Cucurella was everywhere, making a big impact with a goal and solid defense.
With this win, Chelsea is now just two points behind Liverpool at the top of the Premier League. Enzo Maresca brought back his star players for this crucial west London derby.
It took until just before halftime for Cucurella to score, heading in a great cross from Noni Madueke. Nicolas Jackson, who had missed an earlier chance, scored the winner, but Brentford made it tense by pulling one back.
Despite the pressure, Chelsea held on to secure the three points. Fans were buzzing about Cucurella’s performance, while Cole Palmer had a quieter day on the pitch.
Overall, it was a solid team effort, and Chelsea fans are feeling optimistic as they chase the top spot in the league.