2016/17
Matchweek 5
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WHO'S GOING TO BE YOUR

MAN OF THE MATCH?

Match report

Liverpool held off a spirited Chelsea fightback to earn a 2-1 victory at 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.

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.

See: Chelsea report | Liverpool report 

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Match officials

Referee: Martin Atkinson

Assistants: Stephen Child, Stuart Burt

Fourth Official: Robert Madley

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      Season So Far

      Chelsea
       
      Liverpool

      Top Player Stats

        Match Stats

        Chelsea
         
        Liverpool

        Head-to-Head

        Chelsea
        Total Wins
        21
        Home
        14
        Away
        7
        Liverpool
        Total Wins
        24
        Home
        16
        Away
        8

        Played

        64

        Draws 19

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