The night began with a brilliant run from Jadon Sancho to set up Cole Palmer for his 13th goal of the Premier League season. The Blues looked like the better team during the entirety of the first half, but were unable to extend their lead, continuing a trend that's hindered them in recent weeks.

Chelsea's winless run reached four games on Saturday, as Crystal Palace snatched a late draw at Selhurst Park.

Just a matter of weeks ago Chelsea were being touted as potential rivals to Liverpool in the Premier League title race, however, a disappointing end to 2024 and a sluggish start to 2025 has seen them fall well off the pace.