Fabregas sends Chelsea six clear

Chelsea moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 1-0 win over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night.

Cesc Fabregas’ first league goal of the season put the Blues in front after 40 minutes and they had chances to make the game safe through Diego Costa, N’Golo Kante and Willian.

But they were nearly punished in stoppage time when Thibaut Courtois denied Patrick van Aanholt with a stunning stop, preserving his clean sheet and securing Chelsea’s 10th consecutive top-flight victory.

Arsenal’s defeat to Everton on Tuesday opened the door for Antonio Conte’s side and they took full advantage, extending their lead to six points over Liverpool in second.

Sunderland remain bottom of the table, with Watford set to visit the …

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