Chelsea Rises to Fourth After Joao Pedro Secures 1-0 Win Over Tottenham in London Derby

Chelsea secured a vital 1-0 Premier League victory over Tottenham, with Joao Pedro ending his goal drought by scoring the decisive goal in the 34th minute. Pedro's goal came after Moises Caicedo capitalized on a defensive error by Tottenham’s Xavi Simons and Micky van de Ven, showcasing his importance to Chelsea's attack amid fitness concerns. Tottenham struggled offensively, registering only one shot on target and an expected goals tally of just 0.05, while Chelsea dominated the match but missed several chances to extend their lead. The win moved Chelsea into fourth place, level on points with third-placed Tottenham but behind on goal difference, while Tottenham continued their poor home form, having not won at home since the season's opening match. The match was marked by Tottenham fans' frustration and a tense atmosphere, including a late confrontation sparked by a reckless challenge. Chelsea's recent strong record against Tottenham was further extended, with this being their fifth consecutive victory in the London derby.