A big win that straightens gloomy Thomas Tuchel's crown once more

They are still 10 points behind the leaders with one more game played, but only a point adrift of second-placed Liverpool with a League Cup Final to play next month and a place already secured in the last 16 of the Champions League

Chelsea's head coach Thomas Tuchel, center, with Malang Sarr. Picture: AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth

Thomas Tuchel’s crown as the new king of Stamford Bridge has been wobbling recently, judging by his team’s inconsistent results and the obvious frustration shown by the German coach in his media interviews. But it is fixed firmly back in place today following a victory over Tottenham which could help reignite their season and provide further foundations for his ongoing legacy.

Hakim Ziyech’s majestic opening goal set the tone for a victory which moves Chelsea a little closer to leaders Manchester City after Pep Guardiola’s side dropped two points at Southampton, and ensured Chelsea avoided the ignominy of going three games without a win.