Chelsea climbed to sixth place in the Premier League with a 2-1 victory over Brighton at the Amex Stadium, thanks to goals from Cole Palmer and Christopher Nkunku. The win positions Chelsea for potential European qualification with one game remaining in the season.
Palmer opened the scoring in the 34th minute with a header, marking his 22nd Premier League goal of the season. Christopher Nkunku doubled the lead in the 64th minute after coming off the bench.
The match turned tense when Chelsea’s Reece James was sent off for violent conduct late in the game. Brighton’s Danny Welbeck scored in stoppage time, but Chelsea held on for the win.
Key moments included a VAR-overturned penalty for Chelsea early on and a missed opportunity by Brighton’s Pascal Gross. Despite the late scare, Chelsea’s victory was secured by strong performances from Palmer and Nkunku.
With this win, Chelsea leapfrogged Newcastle into sixth place. They need at least a draw against Bournemouth on the final day to secure European football. Brighton, now in 10th place, must win against Manchester United to finish in the top half of the table.
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