Chelsea Bounces Back: Moses and Hazard Lead the Way in Victory Over Newcastle

In a thrilling comeback at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Newcastle, with Victor Moses and Eden Hazard playing pivotal roles in the win. The victory propels Chelsea to the third position in the Premier League standings, just eight points behind the leaders Manchester City.

Newcastle took an early lead in the 12th minute as Dwight Gayle capitalized on a loose ball, surprising the hosts. However, Chelsea responded swiftly, with Hazard leveling the score in the 21st minute. The Belgian maestro found the net with a low shot after seizing on a loose ball.

Chelsea’s domination continued, and they took the lead in the 33rd minute. Alvaro Morata, with a precise header, converted Moses’ well-delivered cross, showcasing a seamless team effort.

The second half witnessed Moses’ continued impact, as his dangerous cross almost led to an own goal by Chancel Mbemba. In the 74th minute, the Nigerian forward drew a foul in the box, providing Hazard with an opportunity to secure a brace from the penalty spot. Hazard made no mistake, confidently converting the penalty.

Moses had a chance to add his name to the scoresheet in the 67th minute with a header, but Newcastle’s goalkeeper Karl Darlow made a crucial save.

Despite Hazard’s near-hat-trick, blocked by Darlow in the 76th minute, and Moses’ late effort being thwarted, Chelsea demonstrated resilience and creativity, securing a well-deserved victory.

The return of Moses to the starting lineup proved instrumental for Chelsea, and Hazard’s dynamic performance reaffirms his status as a key player for the Blues. The win sets a positive tone for Chelsea as they aim to close the gap with league leaders Manchester City.