It was an entertaining and thrilling game today at the Stamford Bridge as Chelsea battled from 4-1 down to secure a 4-4 draw against nine-man Ajax.
Frank Lampard’s side found themselves a goal down just two minutes into the contest as Tammy Abraham put the ball into his own net after swinging at Promes’ cross, sending it past Kepa.
Chelsea however were level two minutes later when Jorginho scored his first penalty of the night, after Christian Pulisic was brought down by Joel Veltman.
Abraham had a goal ruled for offside and Ajax went ahead in the 20th minute when Promes headed Ziyech’s cross past Kepa.
Ziyech was not done yet as his free-kick hit the crossbar, bounced off Kepa and into the net to hand Ajax a 3-1 lead.
The game appeared lost for Chelsea as Van de Beek picked up a loose ball and slotted past Kepa for their fourth of the night, but Azpilicueta prodded home from close range to bring the scores to 4-2.
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Ajax were dealt with two majors blows as both their center backs, Blind and Veltman were shown their second yellow cards of the game and were sent off after they both committed fouls in the box.
Jorginho restored hope from the spot with his trademark penalty run-up and just under three minutes later, James scored the equalizing goal after Abraham’s header came off the crossbar.
Chelsea fans thought their captain had won the game for them with a fine strike inside the box, only for VAR to spot a handball by Abraham during build-up.
The result sees Ajax regain control at the top of the table on goal difference as they are locked on seven points with Chelsea and Valencia who beat Lille 4-1.
Chelsea’s next game sees them welcome Crystal Palace to the Bridge in a Premier League game while Ajax host Utrecht on Sunday in the Eredivisie.
