Despite the rumours about his future, Antonio Conte showed his class with two game-changing substitutions to come from behind and beat Watford at Stamford Bridge.
Watford arrived at Stamford Bridge feeling buoyant after beating Arsenal Marco Silva’s men showed their confidence early on with some neat periods of football
Chelsea did, however, take the lead through Pedro, who scored a stunning goal from a quick corner in the first half. Cesc Fabregas squandered a great chance to double Chelsea’s lead and it cost the Blues, who were unable to kill the game early.
Abdoulaye Doucouré put Watford back on level terms just before the half-time whistle before Roberto Pereyra put them in front in the second half.
Two goals from second-half substitute Michy Batshuayi, along with a delicate header from Cesar Azpilicueta ensured that Chelsea took all three points.
Tensions were high at the Bridge on Saturday but with Manchester United dropping points later in the afternoon, the gap at the top is closing.
Here’s how we rated the players after yesterday’s performance.
