Roberto DeZerbi confirmed his effectiveness with a new success for Tottenham Hotspur, who defeated Chelsea at Stamford Bridge 2‑0. The episode, which took place on 23 October, was characterized by two decisive goals: an own goal by Penders in the 77th minute and a shot by Tel on goal in the 87th. The episode also saw Cole Palmer sent off in the 80th minute, leaving the Blues at a numerical disadvantage. With the victory, Tottenham reached 9 points, placing them in 12th place in the table, while Chelsea remains in fourth place with 13 points.
The match was a real surprise for DeZerbi's club, which had already achieved its first victory in this championship the previous week. DeZerbi's team demonstrated that it is capable of managing the pressure in a high-level match, making the most of the opportunities created. Penders' own goal was a surprise, but it demonstrated Tottenham's ability to turn pressure situations into points. Tel's goal, however, closed the result definitively, confirming Tottenham's superiority at home.
Chelsea, despite failing to equalize, maintained a relatively high position in the table, in fourth place with 13 points. However, the defeat highlighted some fragilities, especially in the defence, which had to deal with Palmer's dismissal. The result left Chelsea with 13 points, while Tottenham reached 9 points, with a difference of 4 points between the two clubs.
The updated ranking after the 8th matchday shows a series of teams fighting for survival and qualification for the Champions League. Manchester City and Arsenal battle it out for top spot with 21 points each, while Brighton and Chelsea battle it out for fourth spot with 16 and 13 points respectively. Tottenham, with 9 points, is in 12th place, while Chelsea remains in fourth place with 13 points. Chelsea still have a chance to pick up points in the coming matches, but they will face a series of tough challenges.