Home Park, Plymouth – 25 October 2054 – Chelsea’s remarkable Premier League dominance rolled on with a composed 3–1 victory away to Plymouth Argyle, extending their winning streak to eight games. A brace from Pele and a superb strike from Júnior sealed the win for Calin Dimario’s side, who continue to sit comfortably at the top of the table.
The champions were made to work for it on the south coast, but their superior quality told. After a cagey opening half-hour, Pele broke the deadlock in the 34th minute with a finely struck finish from close range. Just two minutes later, Júnior doubled the advantage with a stunning volley after a defensive miscue from Plymouth’s Ferreirinha. The goal stood following a VAR check.
Pele added his second of the match three minutes after the break, blasting home a fierce effort from the edge of the box to make it 3–0 and effectively end the contest. Plymouth’s Charlie Edzes gave the home supporters something to cheer with a well-taken strike on 59 minutes, but it proved nothing more than consolation.
Despite holding just 44% possession, Chelsea were incisive and clinical, registering 13 shots and an xG of 1.28. Their ability to control matches without dominating the ball continues to underline Dimario’s tactical evolution this season.
Pele was named Player of the Match after another electric performance, earning a 9.0 rating with two goals, four key passes, and 13.1 km covered. The Brazilian playmaker has now been directly involved in 12 goals in all competitions this campaign, reaffirming his pivotal role in the Blues’ attack.
“We were sharp, composed, and ruthless,” said Dimario post-match. “Winning away after a Champions League fixture shows the mentality this team has. It’s the kind of consistency that builds champions.”
Premier League – Recent Results
W8 in a Row
Plymouth 1–3 Chelsea
Chelsea 4–0 Nottingham Forest
Southampton 0–2 Chelsea
Chelsea 6–0 Aston Villa
Leicester 0–2 Chelsea
Chelsea 6–0 Reading
Luton 0–6 Chelsea
Chelsea 5–0 Wolves
With 37 goals from 10 matches and a goal difference of +35, Chelsea have redefined dominance in England’s top flight. As talk of a 33rd consecutive league title grows, Dimario’s men show no sign of slowing down.
Final Score: Plymouth Argyle 1–3 Chelsea
Goals: Pele (34’, 48’), Júnior (36’) | Edzes (59’)
Attendance: 46,000
Player of the Match: Pele (Chelsea, 9.0 rating, 2 goals)