Chelsea eased past Tottenham on Wednesday night to win the first-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tie 2-0 at Stamford Bridge. Tottenham were outplayed, and Spurs fans have applauded Blues star Saul Niguez.
Tottenham came into the match in good form – winning five of eight Premier League matches under Antonio Conte, drawing the other three. The Italian gaffer has solidified his Spurs side, as they push for the top four.
Coming into the match, Conte made a couple of changes – in the form of Matt Doherty starting on the left and Japhet Tanganga for Davinson Sanchez. But they came up against Spanish ace Saul, who was on fire.
While Spurs were unlucky to concede a second after Tanganga headed a free-kick into Davies, Chelsea were deserving of the win. Positives to take from the second 45, but Chelsea were easily the better side.
What are Tottenham fans saying about Chelsea star Saul?
Saul, 27, joined Chelsea on loan towards the end of the summer from Atletico Madrid – but has since struggled at Chelsea. Saul has only played 12 times in all competitions for Thomas Tuchel’s side.
Many have been disappointed by his inability to live up to expectation. But on Wednesday night, he produced his best performance of the season alongside Jorginho – as Chelsea dominated Tottenham’s midfield.
WhoScored report Saul clocked up seven tackles and three interceptions – leading his teammates in both stats. But he also provided two key assists in attack. Tottenham fans were frustrated by Saul’s superb display.
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