Chelsea vs Man City: Mahrez Goal Wins The Citizens

Manchester City successfully silenced Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge. The winning goal was scored by Riyad Mahrez in the second half.

Problems hit Chelsea itself at the start of the game. Two substitutions had to be made within 22 minutes due to injuries to two players who started, namely Raheem Sterling and Christian Pulisic.

Chelsea defeat left the Blues in 10th place with 25 points. Man City is still in 2nd place with a collection of 39 points.

Chelsea defeat left the Blues in 10th place with 25 points. Man City is still in 2nd place with a collection of 39 points.

A fierce battle occurred throughout the first half. However, Chelsea played in front of their supporters and was made to defend more often.

Chelsea's defense deserves a thumbs-up in this fight. Man City, who had more of the ball, could only threaten outside the penalty box.

The first kick in the penalty box only appeared in the 37th minute through Erling Haaland, who still bounced over the bar.

Meanwhile, Chelsea needed to be more active in attack. The forwards struggled to pose a threat, apart from Hakim Ziyech's chance in the 24th minute.

Carney Chukmwuemeka had come on to provide more threat, but his two shots were off target.

Man City first made a proactive change at the start of the second half. Rico Lewis and Manuel Akanji were introduced just before kick-off. 60 minutes it was Riyad Mahrez, and Jack Grealish turned to enter.

The last two players who entered successfully combined to break the deadlock in the 63rd minute. Grealish's low cross was greeted by Mahrez sweetly.

The combination of Kevin de Bruyne and Haaland almost doubled Man City advantage in the 72nd minute. De Bruyne's pass was still too far for Haaland head to reach.

Chelsea went almost without meaningful attacks during the second half took place. The only best chance created came in the 90th minute. Lewis Hall, who overlapped on the left, decided to shoot straight when he arrived in the penalty box. The kick still bounced to make the score equal.