Late goals from teenager Tyrique George and Pedro Neto secured a dramatic derby victory for Chelsea against Fulham, boosting the Blues’ hopes of qualifying for the Champions League next season.
After failing to win in their previous eight Premier League away matches, Chelsea’s struggles appeared destined to continue when Alex Iwobi put Fulham ahead in the first half.
The hosts maintained their advantage for over an hour, but 19-year-old George came off the bench to score his first league goal with an impressive first-time shot from the edge of the area.
In a strikingly similar finish to the thrilling December match at Stamford Bridge, where Fulham came from behind to win 2-1, it was Chelsea’s turn to complete a remarkable comeback in stoppage time.
Neto made an impressive turn in the Fulham penalty area to deliver an unstoppable half-volley that flew past Cottagers keeper Bernd Leno, igniting wild celebrations among the traveling Chelsea supporters.
This victory lifts Chelsea back into the Champions League qualification spots, placing them fifth on goal difference ahead of Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa, while Fulham remains in ninth place, suffering a significant setback in their own quest for European football.
