Penders own goal starts Tottenham’s 2-0 win at Chelsea

Penders own goal changes the game

Tottenham beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. The opener came in the 77th minute, when Mike Penders scored an own goal for Tottenham to make it 0-1. Mathys Tel added Tottenham’s second with a normal goal in the 87th minute, setting the final score at 0-2.

Tottenham had the greater share of the match. They held 68% possession, completed 639 passes to Chelsea’s 287 and attempted 15 shots to Chelsea’s 7. Their expected-goals figure was also higher at 0.8 compared with Chelsea’s 0.51. Both teams managed four shots on goal, but Tottenham’s wider attacking volume ultimately produced the decisive moments.

Palmer’s dismissal adds to Chelsea’s problems

Chelsea’s discipline became another turning point. Cole Palmer received a yellow card in the 71st minute before being sent off in the 80th. Pedro Neto and Morgan Rogers were also booked for Chelsea. Tottenham’s cautions went to Conor Gallagher, Micky van de Ven and Mateus Fernandes, while coach Roberto De Zerbi was booked in the 72nd minute.

Tel stands out as Tottenham take three points

Tel was Tottenham’s highest-rated player, earning 8.1 after 89 minutes. He contributed one shot on target and two key passes, as Tottenham moved from 6 points before the match to 9 after eight games. Chelsea, who went into the game fourth on 13 points, remain provisionally #4 on 13 points after eight games. They are now four points ahead of Tottenham.