CHELSEA were dealt a huge setback in their bid to secure Champions League football after a 1-0 home defeat to Newcastle.
Anthony Gordon scored the only goal of the game as he finished off a swift counter attack after Joe Willock put the ball on a plate for him.
Anthony Gordon put Newcastle ahead when he tapped home at the back postCredit: Alamy
It was Newcastle’s first shot of the match as they caught Chelsea on the counterCredit: Getty
Chelsea were furious when Cole Palmer went down under a challenge from Nick Woltemade, but nothing as given after a check.
Liam Delap went close late on after glancing just wide from a cross.
Liam Rosenior’s men dominated the ball and had a total of 22 shots, but just three of those were on target.
They now trail Aston Villa in fourth by three points having played a game more.
More to follow.
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