After the restart, Chelsea still had time to recover at home, but their morale told a different story—they had essentially lost the game already.
As Su Luo expected, the rest of the match played out in Watford's favor.
Throughout the first half, Watford dominated possession, dictating the tempo of the game. Their relentless pressing and aggressive defense stifled Chelsea's attempts to find any rhythm.
Every Watford player contributed, running tirelessly to break up Chelsea's attacks. This suffocating strategy left Chelsea uncomfortable, unable to create meaningful chances.
By the end of the first half, Chelsea trailed 2-0.
As the players headed into the locker rooms for halftime, both coaches adjusted their tactics.
Watford's coach, Marco Silva, focused on defense. With a two-goal cushion, his message to the team was clear: hold the line and maintain the lead.
On the other hand, Chelsea's coach, Antonio Conte, needed to reignite his team's attack. The players had to find their offensive form and strike a decisive blow against Watford.
Fifteen minutes later, the second half began.
Chelsea came out with renewed energy and launched an aggressive attack.
In midfield, Fabregas once again took center stage. With Su Luo neutralized by Watford's defense, Fabregas had become Chelsea's creative engine.
And he didn't disappoint.
Fabregas delivered a pinpoint long pass, perfectly weighted and accurate.
The ball landed at the feet of Pedro, positioned high in the attacking third.
Chelsea, playing a 4-3-3 formation, relied on Pedro to spearhead this move.
Pedro controlled the ball smoothly with his right foot. He had two options: pass to a teammate or take on the defenders himself.
After a brief pause, Pedro made his decision.
He chose to go it alone.
Why? It was simple—Pedro lacked confidence in his teammates tonight.
Hazard's performance in the first half had been lackluster, and Morata, Chelsea's striker, clearly lacked the dominance of someone like Lukaku.
With no better option, Pedro decided to rely on himself.
And his decision paid off.
Pedro's pace was electric. In a flash, he surged forward, evading Cleverley's defensive challenge with a sudden stop and burst of speed.
It was textbook Pedro—quick, decisive, and effective.
Before long, Pedro was sprinting toward the penalty area.
As he reached the edge of the box, the chance presented itself.
Pedro didn't hesitate.
He unleashed a shot, clean and precise, with a swift, fluid motion.
The entire stadium held its breath as the ball rocketed toward the goal.
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