It looked for all the world like Chelsea were going to drop points again and fall further behind in the Premier League title race.
Crystal Palace had proved to be a stubborn opponent for virtually the entire game, but a lack of concentration from a simple ball in saw the Blues earn all three points.
The game was teetering towards full time when a cross was swung in more in hope that with intent.
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Hakim Ziyech crept in at the back door, and with just a minute left on the clock, calmly side footed home the winner.
??? | HAKIM ZIYECH SCORES LATE FOR CHELSEA! Crystal Palace 0 – 1 Chelsea
pic.twitter.com/N0EhxAmNr4— Football For You (@FootbaIlForYou) February 19, 2022
WHAT DRAMA!
Ziyech puts Chelsea into the lead with just seconds to go! #MyPLMorning pic.twitter.com/5CbgbEitZF
— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) February 19, 2022
great finish from Ziyech. cometh the hour, etc. #CFC pic.twitter.com/wqJdnp93gx
— amadí (@amadoit__) February 19, 2022
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