Palmer ends goal-drought as Chelsea punish champions Liverpool to boost UCL hopes

After clinching the title against Tottenham Hotspur last weekend, Liverpool had nothing to play for, which was reflected in their performance and Chelsea took full advantage, winning 3-1 to climb into the top 5.

Chelsea, meanwhile, remain locked in a battle for UEFA Champions League (UCL) qualification, and the way they started the match displayed the extra hunger they had.

Within three minutes, the Blues were in front following an incisive attacking move that involved Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto, before Enzo Fernández kept his cool to slot home from close range.

The Blues doubled their lead early in the second half through a Jorrel Quansah own-goal before Virgil Van Dijk pulled one back for the visitors.

Cole Palmer made sure of the three points with a penalty, his first goal since January.