Costa had the chance to restore Chelsea's lead in the 76th minute but his spot kick was saved by home keeper Simon Mignolet who had a mixed evening. "It's pity Diego Costa missed the penalty because he played very well," Chelsea boss Antonio Conte said. Despite a dreadful run of January form, Liverpool were the better side in the opening stages and Chelsea hardly got a kick. Dutchman Wijnaldum was the first to spark, forcing Chelsea keeper Thibaut Courtois into a flying save. Chelsea had the better chances thereafter but Mignolet redeemed himself for his earlier lapse with the penalty save from Costa.

Source: thestar January 31, 2017 22:07 UTC