This is Chelsea’s fourth consecutive victory, continuing the strong `revival` streak after the heavy loss to Arsenal 0-5 on April 24.
Mauricio Pochettino and his team have risen to sixth place, and even have the opportunity to compete for fifth place with Tottenham if they win at home against Bournemouth in the final round.
Palmer headed in, opening the score for Chelsea.
On Falmer Stadium, the two teams played openly, creating many opportunities.
Palmer scored his 27th goal in all competitions, continuing to confirm that he is the Stamford Bridge team’s most successful signing this season.
The collision with Tariq Lamptey caused Mykhailo Mudryk to reluctantly leave the field at the end of the first half due to injury.
Chelsea spent $66 million to recruit Nkunku last summer, expecting this player to lead the attack.
Nkunku celebrates Chelsea’s second goal with a balloon.
The match was hot even in the stands.
After the match, the Italian coach admitted that Brighton deserved to win at least one point, but reacted too slowly after being two goals behind.
James complained to the referee after being given a red card.
James just returned from injury.
With a numerical advantage, Brighton surged forward in the final minutes.
