Liverpool held off a spirited Chelsea fightback to take the maximum
three points away from Stamford Bridge on Friday night. Antonio Conte’s
men had come from behind to claim points in two matches already this
season, but Dejan Lovren’s volley and a stunning Jordan Henderson strike
meant Diego Costa’s goal was too little, too late for the hosts.
Liverpool have conquered another London club after the opener in
which they upset Arsenal. Lovren put Liverpool in front on 17 minutes
when he volleyed into the far left corner of Thibaut Courtois’ goal
after a deep cross from Philippe Coutinho. And captain Henderson added a
second with a sublime effort from long distance, curling into the top
corner and leaving Courtois with no chance.
Chelsea, who handed David Luiz a first appearance since returning to
the club, pulled one back when Costa struck from close range on 61
minutes.
But the Blues could not find a leveller, ending their unbeaten start
to the campaign and Conte’s 21-match winning streak in home league
matches as a manager.
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