On Wednesday evening, the last two matches of the 24th round of the English Premier League were played.
At "Vicarage Road" stadium, "Watford" hosted London's "Chelsea" footballers. After an intense 90-minute battle, the teams ended in a 0-0 draw.
The "aristocrats" in 13th place spent more time with the ball, but they did not have a significant advantage. In the first half, both teams played evenly, but did not create any dangerous opportunities.
The next 45 minutes were more intense and both "Watford" and "Chelsea" played faster football. Branislav Ivanović and Diego Costa had two great chances to score in the second half, but in both episodes, Heurelho Gomes made impressive saves in goal.
"Watford" has 33 points and occupies ninth place, while "Chelsea" can only rejoice in their 29 points so far.
In other matches, Liverpool's "Everton" club achieved a convincing victory. Managed by Roberto Martinez, the "Toffees" defeated the rejuvenated "Newcastle" footballers with a score of 3-0.
Among the winners, Aaron Lennon and Ross Barkley, who scored two goals from the penalty spot in the final moments of the match, stood out.
Results:
"Watford" 0 - 0 "Chelsea"
"Everton" 3 - 0 "Newcastle"
23' [1 - 0] A. Lennon
88' [2 - 0] R. Barkley (penalty)
90' [3 - 0] R. Barkley (penalty)
90' J. Lascelles ("Newcastle") sent off from the field
League standings:
