Premier League 2023-24, Chelsea edge past Luton Town 3-2: Stats
Chelsea edged past Luton Town with a 3-2 win on matchday 20 of the 2023-24 Premier League season at Kenilworth Road. Cole Palmer handed Chelsea an early lead before he turned provider for Noni Madueke's second goal. Palmer completed his brace in the second half before goals from Ross Barkley and Elijah Adebayo gave some hope to the hosts. Here are the further details.
Chelsea register these Premier League records
Chelsea have not lost their final league game in any of their last 12 calendar years (W7, D4) since a 3-1 defeat to Aston Villa at the Stamford Bridge back in 2011. Luton won their last home league game against Chelsea, beating them 2-0 in December 1991. But they lost to Chelsea 3-2 when they faced them in the FA Cup in March 2022.
Cole Palmer ran the show for the Blues
Palmer scored a brilliant brace and also provided the assist for Madueke's strike. As per Opta, he has scored and assisted in four different Premier League games this season, more than any other player. Palmer has now scored eight goals this season in 16 Premier League appearances while registering 12 goal involvements (four assists), more than any other Chelsea player this season.
A look at Cole Palmer's exceptional stats this season
Palmer has been involved in 12 Premier League goals this season (eight goals and four assists). As per Opta, only Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham (15) has been involved in more goals in Europe's top five leagues at the age of 21 or below. Palmer with 12 goals involvement in 2023 is Chelsea's joint highest along with Raheem Sterling, who also has 12 goal involvements.
Mauricio Pochettino attain this incredible Premier League record
As per Squawka, current Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has never lost a Premier League away game against promoted sides. He holds a record of 19 wins while also registering two draws in these Premier League fixtures. Notably, he has the best record in the league against promoted teams than any other manager.
A look at the match summary
Palmer's 12th-minute strike handed Chelsea the lead before Madueke made it 2-0 before the half-time break. In the second half, Palmer completed his brace in the 70th minute. Luton's goal was cancelled by VAR before Barkley pulled one back for the hosts. A few minutes later, Adebayo netted the second for Luton but ultimately it was not enough for the hosts.
Chelsea rise to 10th spot, Luton suffer their 12th defeat
With this win, Chelsea won their eighth match in the 2023-24 Premier League as they propelled to the tenth spot in the standings, registering 28 points. The Blues have suffered eight losses as well while also securing four draws. Meanwhile, Luton Town are in a spot of bother as they suffered their 12th defeat in 19 matches. They are in the 18th spot.
