Chelsea frustrated by Bournemouth as they miss chance to close on Arsenal

Defeat for leaders Arsenal earlier on Saturday had given Enzo Maresca's team the chance to pull to within six points against a Bournemouth side who had been in free-fall after four losses in five, but despite a spirited second-half showing they were left to rue the lack of a decisive final ball to cut through the hosts.

Chelsea's Pedro Neto (left) speaks to referee Michael Oliver during a stop in play. Pic: Peter Tarry/PA Wire.

Premier League: Bournemouth 0 Chelsea 0 

Chelsea failed to significantly cut the gap at the top of the Premier League as they were held to a goalless draw by Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.