Thomas Tuchel showed respect for Hakim Ziyech after the Chelsea winger’s “brilliant” strike kept alive their dead Premier League title hopes in a crucial 2-0 victory against Tottenham on Sunday. Ziyech broke the deadlock with his stunning long-range curler early in the second half at Stamford Bridge.
Thiago Silva’s header finished off Tottenham, who were angry that Harry Kane had a first half goal ruled out for a foul. Third- placed Chelsea are currently 10 points behind leaders Manchester City after ending a damaging run of four league games without a win.
“It was a brilliant goal from Hakim. His technique was brilliant. We were working extremely hard for it,” Chelsea boss Tuchel said.
“The effort was outstanding and it was a deserved win. We were relentless and kept on believing.”
Chelsea had beaten Tottenham three times currently this season without conceding a goal, including knocking their London rivals out of the League Cup semi-finals.
