Everton vs Chelsea: Premier League latest score and updates - LIVE!
Chelsea has some tasks ahead if they want to climb to the top of the Premier League standings after a scoreless first half against Everton at Goodison Park. A win would put the Blues one point ahead of Liverpool, at least until Arne Slot's team goes up against Tottenham later today. If Spurs manage to secure a draw or win, it would mean Chelsea could end up at the top of the table during the holiday season.
Enzo Maresca's team has managed to generate the most promising opportunities, primarily for Nicolas Jackson, but Everton has successfully defended against their attempts. The Chelsea manager has had to adjust his defensive lineup, placing Axel Disasi at right-back while Malo Gusto switches to the left side of defense.
Everton are just three points above the relegation zone, but they've been showing better performance lately. Last weekend, Sean Dyche's team managed to draw 0-0 with Arsenal in north London, following a dominating win against Wolves. They've also gone five home games without losing. Keep up with all the updates through Standard Sport’s LIVE blog below, which includes insightful commentary from Malik Ouzia on-site!
Latest updates on Everton vs Chelsea
Mangala made a great save in the first half and then followed it up with an even better one to stop Harrison from scoring. It was an important and positive performance for the team.
Brought in to play as a right-back due to a shortage of defenders. Managed to keep an eye on Ndiaye, but didn’t inspire much confidence. Received a yellow card.
The center-back delivered a reliable performance, especially important while Fofana and Badiashile are sidelined. His tackle on Ndiaye helped secure a valuable point.
Everton And Chelsea End In Draw: 0-0
That will be sufficient at Goodison Park.
Chelsea will not move to the top of the Premier League, and their streak of eight consecutive victories has come to an end.
Everton has shown themselves to be a challenging opponent, and the Blues struggled to break through their defense.
90 minutes: The referee has signaled an additional two minutes!
Even the authorities have reached their limit.
88 minutes: Beto makes a late challenge on Colwill, which is pretty clear-cut for the referee. He shows a yellow card.
I doubt we'll see any unexpected twists or excitement at the end here...
Yes, let's hope that comment doesn't ruin it.
86 minutes: Ndiaye is undoubtedly the biggest threat for Everton.
In another fast-paced move, Mangala takes a shot from the edge of the box, but it’s a straightforward save for Sanchez.
84 minutes: Gueye makes an error, allowing Fernandez to steal the ball from him. He tries to advance into the penalty area, but the wind slows him down.
Everton brings in more players to clear the situation.
83 minutes in: Disasi seems to be a bit flustered at the moment.
Concedes a risky free-kick in a wide position and receives a yellow card as a result.
Everton fans are completely excited about this.
82 minutes in: Tarkowski is on the ground in the penalty area after going head-to-head with Disasi in yet another grappling exchange. This has been a recurring scenario throughout the game.
The ball never makes it to either of them since they are too busy wrestling with each other.
79 minutes: Madueke and Nkunku have replaced Neto and Jackson.
Since the second half started, Chelsea hasn't really crafted any chances. They could use someone to conjure up some brilliance from thin air.
77 minutes: Lindstrom sends in a cross... it’s a scramble in the penalty area!
Ndiaye took the shot, but several Chelsea players rushed in to block it, with Sanchez also in the mix.
I'm not certain who made the last touch, but it was excellent defending. In the end, Tosin delivered the crucial block.
