Chelsea have gone top of the Premier League for at least five hours, following their 2-0 win at Newcastle on Saturday.
Frank Lampard’s men continued their fine form before the international break with a hard fought victory at St James.
The Blues were ahead within the first 10 minutes, after Federico Fernandez bundled the ball past his goalkeeper under pressure.
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Chelsea missed a couple of chances to extend their lead, with Timo Werner especially guilty.
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However, Werner teed up the ball for Tammy Abraham to secure the points in the 65th minute.
It takes them up to 18 points, above Leicester City and Tottenham Hotspur.
