Neto and Fernández Fire Chelsea to 2-0 Win at Burnley and Second in Premier League

Chelsea extended their impressive run in the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday.

Under manager Enzo Maresca, the Blues controlled much of the possession in a tightly contested match, weathering early pressure from the hosts before asserting their quality in the attacking third.

The first half was a cagey affair, with Burnley creating chances through their wide players and long balls, but Chelsea broke the deadlock in the 42nd minute through Pedro Neto. 

The winger latched onto a precise curling cross from Jadon Gittens and planted a diving header past goalkeeper Martin Dubravka to send the visitors into the break with a slender lead.

Burnley mounted a spirited response after the interval, pushing forward with renewed intensity and forcing Chelsea onto the back foot, but the Blues' resolute defense held firm. 

The game remained tense until the 88th minute, when Marc Guiu did brilliantly to hold up play and lay off the ball into the path of Enzo Fernández, who fired home from an easy position to seal the three points and a clean sheet.

The result propels Chelsea up to second in the Premier League table with 23 points from 12 matches, enhancing their credentials as title contenders heading into the festive period.