Premier League: Kai Havertz's brace helps Chelsea thrash Burnley 4-0

Updated : Mar 06, 2022 07:56
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Kai Havertz's brace helped Chelsea trounce a relegation-threatened Burnley 4-0 in a Premier League game on Saturday.

Burnley missed many opportunities to take the lead in the first half as both teams went into the break without scoring.

However, a spirited Chelsea made a stunning comeback in the second half and scored 3 goals in a span of 8 minutes to literally seal the game.

Also read: Premier League: Liverpool closes gap on Manchester City after a win over West Ham United

Chelsea's onslaught started with a goal from Reece James in the 47th minute. Havertz then scored two back-to-back goals in the 52nd and 55th minute as Burnley defenders failed to stop the Blues' attacking play.

Christian Pulisic scored the final goal in the 69th minute to give Chelsea a 4-0 victory.

After the win, Chelsea remained at the third spot with 53 points, 13 behind leaders Manchester City, while Burnley stay in 18th place on 21 points.

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