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Azpilicueta and Loftus-Cheek propels Chelsea to a dramatic comeback

Goals from Cesar Azpilicueta and Loftus-Cheek earned Chelsea a dramatic comeback at Cardiff City in the English Premier League game week 32.
After a goalless first half, the host took the lead in the 1st minute of the second half courtesy of a superb strike from Victor Camarasa. The Spaniard connected to a lovely cross from Harry Arter, sending the ball past Kepa without touching the ground, the build-up to the goal started with Gunnarsson's long throw-in.

Chelsea had to wait for Azpilicueta controversial header in the 84th minute to restored parity to themselves, a corner kick taken by Willian was well connected by Marcos Alonso who headed the ball to Azpilicueta, the Chelsea captain was caught in an offside position, by still had a great header that earned Chelsea an equaliser.
In the added time, a superb cross from Willian earned Loftus-Cheek another great header that gave Chelsea the victory of the afternoon.

After the entire game time, Cardiff City 1-2 Chelsea, so it ended at Cardiff City Stadium.

By Oladele Emmanuel Abiodun

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