EPL Table: 2016 Week 12 Standings After Sunday’s Premier League Scores

Chelsea battled to a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough on Sunday to grab the lead in the Premier League standings, as manager Antonio Conte and his troops continued their fine form after the international break.

The Blues have now won six straight without conceding a single goal, drawing praise from fans and pundits alike. ESPN FC’s David Amoyal made the comparison to Conte’s mighty Juventus squads after the team took the lead:

Very well deserved lead for Chelsea who now resemble Conte’s Juve with their defensive solidity & ability to create scoring chances

— David Amoyal (@DavidAmoyal) November 20, 2016

Diego Costa scored the only goal on Sunday, smashing home a corner from close range after some confusion in the Boro box. While the Blues weren’t at their best, it’s yet another key win that leaves Chelsea one point ahead of Liverpool in the standings.

Here’s a look at those standings:

Recap

Chelsea didn’t have to play their best football to beat a feisty Middlesbrough squad on Sunday, with Costa firing home the decisive goal.

Per Squawka Football, the Spain international is having quite the season:

Diego Costa has become the first player to reach 10 Premier League goals this season.What a campaign he’s having! pic.twitter.com/YSjdNnJiKt

— Squawka Football (@Squawka) November 20, 2016

Boro have proven a difficult team to face for the …

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