Chelsea, West Ham get as top four competition hots up
Chelsea strengthened their hang on fourth place in the Premier League as Kai Havertz inspired a vital 2-0 make an impression on Everton, while West Ham boosted their surprise top four task with a 2-0 success against Leeds on Mon.
Havertz has endured a good disappointing first season following his £70 million ($96 million) approach from Bayer Leverkusen this past year.
However the Germany forward was given a rare begin by Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel and he responded by participating in the key part in both goals at Stamford Bridge.
Havertz's shot was deflected in to the Everton net for a good Ben Godfrey own target in the first half.
The 21-year-old hasn't scored in the group since October, but Tuchel entrusted him with an important role as Chelsea's false nine and Havertz's intelligent movement put him constantly in place to earn the second-half penalty that Jorginho converted.
"I'm very happy along with his performance, without doubt about his quality, his skill and also his character," Tuchel said.
"He needs to adapt to the Premier Group, he must be at a club where you take up to win every game, where the highest standards happen to be normal.
"That's a normal procedure for him to adjust to this mentality."
Chelsea are unbeaten found in 11 games in every competitions -- winning eight circumstances --- since Tuchel replaced the sacked Frank Lampard found in January.
They are two points before fifth located West Ham, who have a game at hand in a tense race to qualify for next season's Champions League with a top four finish.
The Blues have kept nine clean-sheets under Tuchel and simply their former Italian boss Maurizio Sarri, who went 12 games unbeaten, has enjoyed an improved start with the west London club.
"In the event that you share special moments and good results, this is the factor that lifts you up to the particular performances you will need," Tuchel said.
"I can feel a solid bond between your players in the dressing space. I feel positive strength from everyone around the team. We need this to have a run such as this."
Lingard shines
Sixth put Everton are four tips behind Chelsea after their first of all apart defeat since November.
"They played much better than us," Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti said. "After they obtained it was more difficult. We are disappointed, however, not too much."
West Ham's unpredicted bid to complete in the most notable four gathered tempo with a good confident dismantling of Leeds in the London Stadium.
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa may have known it wasn't likely to be his nighttime when his aspect had two early goals disallowed.
Tyler Roberts' effort was eliminated for offside against Helder Costa before Patrick Bamford netted from Raphinha's cut-back, limited to replays showing the ball had opted over the touchline prior to the cross.
West Ham took the lead in the 21st minute after Luke Ayling tripped Jesse Lingard found in the area.
Lingard took the penalty and although Illan Meslier saved his shot, the on-mortgage loan Manchester United midfielder purchased the rebound.
West Ham doubled their gain seven minutes down the road when Craig Dawson was left unmarked to brain in Aaron Cresswell's corner.
David Moyes' side were battling relegation at this time of last season.
However they have won four of their last six league video games to leave Hammers enthusiasts dreaming of a location in Europe's elite club competition.
"We are doing effectively and having a good season. It may be an excellent season," Moyes said.
"I'm not saying we will finish off in the very best four but we have to hang in and find what we can do."
