It was not an easy game, but Chelsea had to grind out a hard-fought victory over [Leicester City at home](https://theprideoflondon.com/4-things-to-watch-as-chelsea-battle-leicester-to-secure-top-four-spot-01jnvyw3ew8k). Left-back Marc Cucurella scored the only goal of the match in the 60th minute, securing three crucial points. The win lifted Chelsea back into the top four of the Premier League standings.
Here are the positives and negatives from the match.
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Positives
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#### **1\. Chelsea Back in Control of Their Top-Four Destiny**
Before the weekend, Chelsea knew a win would take them back into the Premier League's top four. However, Nottingham Forest’s victory over Manchester City meant that even a draw would have been enough to finish the weekend inside the top four. With this win, Chelsea ensured they are now ahead of Pep Guardiola's side in the league standings.
At the moment, Chelsea do not have to rely on other teams to secure their place in the top four. There is also a possibility that finishing fifth could be enough for Champions League qualification next season.
However, maintaining this position will be a tough challenge. Up next is a trip to the Emirates to face second-placed Arsenal. Chelsea also has away fixtures against Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, Fulham, and Brentford, teams with their own European ambitions.