Chelsea re-established its position as hot favorite to win the Premier League trophy on Wednesday, virtually eliminating Manchester City from the title race and leaving Tottenham as the only realistic challenger to the long-time leader. Down 1-0 going into the 88th minute, Spurs turned things around to keep alive their faint hopes of a first Premier League title. Here's a look at Wednesday's games:___CHELSEA 2, MANCHESTER CITY 1Eden Hazard has spearheaded Chelsea's revival under Antonio Conte and the Belgium winger scored both goals to see off City. Hazard put Chelsea ahead in the 10th minute when his deflected shot somehow evaded the grasp of City keeper Willy Caballero, who appeared to sink to his knees too early. Arsenal climbed into fifth place, above Manchester United on goal difference, and within four points of fourth-place Manchester City.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 05, 2017 23:26 UTC