Timo Werner scores winner as Chelsea beat West Ham

West Ham 0-1 Chelsea: Timo Werner scores winner as Chelsea beat West Ham to go four points clear in race for Champions League spot (Match Highlights)

Chelsea forward Timo Werner
Timo Werner has now been directly involved in 20+ goals across all competitions this season for Chelsea. (Stats via @squawka)

Timo Werner scored the only goal to give Chelsea a crucial win away at West Ham ahead of their first leg semi-final match against Real Madrid in the champions league.


The German striker gave the blues some confidence as they go into a big week as he scored his first goal since February.

In a cagey match against West Ham, Werner, who struggled to hit form, was the architect and scorer of the goal that won the points for the blues.

The Germany striker tapped in Ben Chilwell's low cross after some fine build-up play that involved Christian Pulisic.

West Ham couldn't create clear cut chances against the organised Chelsea defence, a trait that has been consistent with Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea.

Fabio Balbuena was shown a straight red card in the 81st minute for a foul on Ben Chiwell which looked accidental but referee Chris Kavanagh watched a replay on the pitchside monitor before deciding.

Chelsea are now three points clear in fourth place, while the Hammers remain fifth on the table after Newcastle scored late to hold Liverpool to a 1-1 draw at Anfield.

David Moyes' side have been in fine form in previous games and were hoping to boost their Champions League hopes.

But, they did not have a shot on target until the second half as Chelsea extended their unbeaten run away from home under Thomas Tuchel to 10 matches in all competitions.


"He played a very good match" - Thomas Tuchel on Timo Werner's performance



"It was a rubbish decision" - David Moyes on Fabian Balbuena's red card



West Ham 0-1 Chelsea: Watch the full match highlights




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