Liverpool’s Premier League title defence took another hit at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea secured a dramatic 2-1 victory to send the Reds crashing from the summit — a fourth straight league defeat for Arne Slot’s side in London.
The result leaves Arsenal smiling into the international break, while Liverpool fans are left wondering whether their team’s title charge is slipping away once again.
⚽ Early Blues Brilliance: Caicedo’s Screamer Punishes Sloppy Liverpool
From the first whistle, Chelsea showed hunger and intensity, while Liverpool looked sluggish in midfield. The Reds’ lack of bite allowed Moisés Caicedo — a player they almost signed — the freedom of west London.
And the Ecuadorian made them pay in devastating style, rifling a thunderbolt from 25 yards into the top corner. Stamford Bridge erupted as the £115 million man reminded Liverpool what they missed out on.
Liverpool nearly struck back immediately, but Benoît Badiashile’s heroic block denied Dominik Szoboszlai’s goal-bound effort after fine work from Cody Gakpo.
🔴 Wasteful Reds Let Chances Slip
Despite moments of promise, Liverpool’s attacking play lacked the usual precision. Milos Kerkez’s shocking miss — failing to square for Mo Salah with the goal gaping — summed up a frustrating half.
Chelsea could have doubled their lead when Alejandro Garnacho struck the post just before halftime. It was a let-off for Slot’s men, who trudged into the dressing room lucky to be only 1-0 down.
🔁 Wirtz Sparks Life, Gakpo Levels the Scores
Liverpool’s halftime substitute Florian Wirtz injected urgency immediately, setting up Salah within 20 seconds of the restart — but the Egyptian star scuffed his shot wide.
Persistence finally paid off in the 63rd minute when Cody Gakpo smashed home after a clever flick from Alexander Isak. The Reds were back in it, and momentum appeared to shift their way as Chelsea’s injury-hit defence wobbled.
💥 Late Heartbreak: Estêvão Delivers the Killer Blow
Yet football can be cruel. With both sides pushing for a winner, it was Chelsea’s young Brazilian Estêvão who stole the headlines.
In stoppage time, Marc Cucurella’s low cross found the winger sliding in at the back post, sealing a stunning late winner. For the second consecutive weekend, Liverpool’s hearts were broken at the death.
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🏁 Final Thoughts
Liverpool’s London curse continues, while Chelsea seems to be rediscovering their edge under pressure. With Arsenal now leading the race, and Manchester City lurking, the title picture is getting thrilling — and unpredictable — once again.
Next up: Can Arne Slot rally his troops and end their nightmare in the capital city after the break?
