LONDON — Eden Hazard scored twice in a virtuoso performance to inspire Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Newcastle in the Premier League on Saturday. His second goal — a “panenka” penalty in the 74th minute — exemplified a display in which he tormented Newcastle’s defence and had Stamford Bridge in raptures at times. Hazard was denied twice in one-on-one situations by Darlow before he was given the chance of a second goal when Moses was tripped by Matt Ritchie. Belgium forward Hazard was given a standing ovation when he was substituted minutes later. Chelsea moved eight points behind leader Manchester City, which plays West Ham on Sunday in the 15th round of Premier League games.

Source: National Post December 02, 2017 14:26 UTC