Chelsea with one foot in the 'Champions' thanks to big win against Man United

Chelsea have secured a big win in their race for a Champions League spot, defeating Manchester United 1-0 in the 37th week of the Premier League.

It was the 16th minute of the match when Harry Maguire thought he had scored from an assist from Bruno Fernandes, but VAR ruled it out for offside.

Then, Chelsea had a situation that may have been damaged by the referee and VAR.

In the 29th minute, Enzo Fernandez unleashed a powerful shot, while the ball heading towards the goal was stopped by Rasmus Hojlund's hand.

The referee and the VAR room fell silent, while Chelsea players began to protest.

In the 45+1 minute, Cole Palmer fired a shot that was blocked, but the ball went to the feet of Enzo Fernandez who failed to score from close range, but was in a suspicious offside position.

Tyrique George simulated in the area, while the referee awarded a penalty, but when he went to the VAR monitor, it was seen that the blue talent had simulated.

Marc Cucurella emerged as the hero of the match, when he was assisted by Reece James, scoring with a header in the 71st minute for 1-0.

"A flop Cucurella" has scored more goals for Chelsea than Hojlund and Mason Mount combined have for Manchester United

One is just a defender oi😂💔#CHEMUN

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Chelsea took heart, continuously attacking Manchester United's goal, but the numbers remained unchanged.

With this victory, Chelsea returns to fourth place with 66 points, while Manchester United is ending the worst season in their history with only 39 points from 37 rounds.

In the final round, the London team will have a direct duel with Nottingham for a place in the Champions League, while Man United will face Aston Villa. /Telegraph/