Matchday LIVE: Real Madrid lose, Chelsea draw Liverpool and Barcelona win

<p>The Blaugrana strike on the cusp of half-time!</p><p>Luuk de Jong has already hit the woodwork twice in this first half, but now he spears the visitors into the lead in La Liga.</p><p>Barcelona are good value for the lead, but the hosts will surely look to respond after the interval.</p>

GOAL: Mallorca 0-1 Barca

<p>All over at Stamford Bridge and the points are shared. A thrilling first-half saw Liverpool edge two goals in front, only for the Blues to haul themselves level before the interval. Both sides huffed and puffed in the second 45, but there was to be no winner. Not the result that either will have wanted, as Manchester City march on, but plenty of positives to be taken with the likes of Romelu Lukaku and Jurgen Klopp absent.</p>

FT: Chelsea 2-2 Liverpool

<p>Here is how Kovacic started the Chelsea fight back with a stunning volley from the edge of the box...</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The start of Chelsea's fightback...💪<br><br>Kovacic got their first goal of the match with an absolute stunner! 🚀 <a href="https://t.co/EvhnFEnTHF">pic.twitter.com/EvhnFEnTHF</a></p>— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/1477691039389528077?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kovacic with a stunning volley for <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChelseaFC</a>!<br><br>📺 <a href="https://twitter.com/usa_network?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@USA_Network</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/dBRRCh6xIw">pic.twitter.com/dBRRCh6xIw</a></p>— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBCSportsSoccer/status/1477690846321467403?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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WATCH: Kovacic's stunning volley

<p>Here is how Salah got in on the act for Liverpool, with the Egyptian in the form of his life right now...</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The best in the world...🌍<br><br>Mohamed Salah does it again as <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> extend their lead against Chelsea! 🔴 <a href="https://t.co/mbuKlRoxpj">pic.twitter.com/mbuKlRoxpj</a></p>— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/1477686190136516613?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="in" dir="ltr">MO. SALAH.<br><br>📺 <a href="https://twitter.com/usa_network?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@USA_Network</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/D0Z4VPjCwj">pic.twitter.com/D0Z4VPjCwj</a></p>— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBCSportsSoccer/status/1477686701204164609?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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WATCH: Sublime finish from Salah

<p>Here is how Mane made the most of a mistake from Chalobah to put Liverpool in front...</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sensational Sadio...⚡<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFC</a> open the scoring at Stamford Bridge after a defensive howler from Trevoh Chalobah! 🤯 <a href="https://t.co/Rws1kkMmtV">pic.twitter.com/Rws1kkMmtV</a></p>— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/1477681992271552521?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">That first <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LFC</a> goal was a beauty. 🤩<br><br>📺 <a href="https://twitter.com/usa_network?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@USA_Network</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/f5GLzwPjAo">pic.twitter.com/f5GLzwPjAo</a></p>— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBCSportsSoccer/status/1477685877954555904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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WATCH: Mane makes Chalobah pay

<p>Enes Unal's first-half strike has ended Real Madrid's unbeaten run, which had stretched to 15 games - and back to the start of October 2021 - prior to today. The Turkish forward punished slack defending from Eder Militao to give Getafe the lead and they held on valiantly, even seeing through seven minutes of added time at the end of the game. Madrid still retain a formidable lead at the top of La Liga, despite the defeat, but missed a chance to strengthen their grip on the title.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="tr" dir="ltr">🏁 FT: <a href="https://twitter.com/GetafeCF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GetafeCF</a> 1-0 <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadriden?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realmadriden</a>  <br>⚽ Enes Ünal 9' <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GetafeRealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GetafeRealMadrid</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Emirates?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Emirates</a> <a href="https://t.co/15UkoHYP7g">pic.twitter.com/15UkoHYP7g</a></p>— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadriden/status/1477655015774900226?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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FULL-TIME: Getafe 1-0 Real Madrid

<p>Danny Ings has scored a sensational goal to give Aston Villa the lead against Brentford. It's 1-0 to Steven Gerrard's men and you can watch the goal below (featuring a slick Emi Buendia assist).</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🎙️ "SLICK FINISH FROM DANNY INGS."  <br><br>And a brilliant assist from Emi Buendia 💫<br><br>Great goal for the visitors 👏<br><br>📺 Watch <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAVL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAVL</a> live on Sky Sports PL <a href="https://t.co/f0Na3rX59O">pic.twitter.com/f0Na3rX59O</a></p>— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/1477646356957310976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Also, our friends at Opta have this little stat...</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">18 - Since the start of the 2019-20 season, Danny Ings has scored the opening goal in more Premier League games (18) than any other player (Sadio Mane next with 17). Breakthrough. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAVL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAVL</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477646640706117634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Ings sends Villa in front 🎥

<p>Enes Unal has stunned Real Madrid after capitalising on weak defending to give Getafe the lead after 10 minutes! Eder Militao hesitated on the ball on the edge of the area, allowing Unal to nip in before placing it into the back of the net. It's 1-0 to Getafe.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ro" dir="ltr">Enes Ünal pounces on an Éder Militão error for the shock opening goal! 😱<br><br>Getafe lead against Real Madrid 🔵 <a href="https://t.co/mpLqhwhXxJ">pic.twitter.com/mpLqhwhXxJ</a></p>— Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/PremSportsTV/status/1477629931924320257?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Eder Militao with the mistake and Getafe lead Real Madrid 🤦‍♂️ <a href="https://t.co/rBUWfQ0Jtg">pic.twitter.com/rBUWfQ0Jtg</a></p>— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNFC/status/1477629368016859137?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Miltao mistake gifts Getafe opener 🎥

<p>🇬🇧 <em>Times UK</em></p><p><strong>1pm</strong> - Getafe vs Real Madrid</p><p><strong>2pm</strong> - Leeds United vs Burnley</p><p><strong>2pm</strong> - Everton vs Brighton</p><p><strong>2pm</strong> - Brentford vs Aston Villa</p><p><strong>3:15pm</strong> - Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano</p><p><strong>4:30pm</strong> - Chelsea vs Liverpool</p><p><strong>8pm</strong> - Mallorca vs Barcelona</p><p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/live-scores" target="_blank"><strong>See more fixtures today</strong></a></p>

Which games are on today? ⏱

<p>And with that, the curtain comes down on what may have been a seismic day for the 2021-22 football season - and we're only just into the new year!</p><p>Chelsea and Liverpool's freewheeling draw means that both are likely out of the title race now - and that Manchester City are ready to pull free of the pack.</p><p>But just how long will it be before they have their hands on the trophy again? Only time will tell. Until the next time, thank you and good bye!</p>

Thank you and good bye

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">There's still hope for Romelu Lukaku at Chelsea... <a href="https://t.co/xJaj3RtnkL">pic.twitter.com/xJaj3RtnkL</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477743466268479499?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Always a door

<p>The final whistle goes - and it is the perfect start on the pitch for Barcelona in 2022!</p><p>Xavi's side, missing more than a dozen players through Covid-19 and injury, have pulled through thanks to the efforts of their young stars, edging out Mallorca in La Liga to deliver the goods.</p><p>That will be one burden off the manager's mind. It's three more points in the bag as they look to keep their European prospects alive.</p>

FT: Mallorca 0-1 Barca

Young Blaugrana get 2022 off to winning start

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Goal for <a href="https://twitter.com/LuukdeJong9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LuukdeJong9</a><br>🙌 for Xavi<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/kmxr63ihu8">pic.twitter.com/kmxr63ihu8</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477746338615939072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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WATCH: Xavi celebrates De Jong opener

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">75% - Luuk de Jong 🇳🇱 has scored nine of his 12 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LaLiga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LaLiga</a> goals away from home (75%), the highest percentage between the player have scored at least six goals in the competition since 2019/20 season (level with Anthony Lozano, 6/8). Foreign<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a>🔵🔴 <a href="https://t.co/UqqLhfGIIR">pic.twitter.com/UqqLhfGIIR</a></p>— OptaJose (@OptaJose) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJose/status/1477751870642868230?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Have goals, will travel

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2 - Luuk de Jong 🇳🇱 is the first <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FCBarcelona</a>'s player not called <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LionelMessi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LionelMessi</a> to have hit two woodworks in a single <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LaLiga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LaLiga</a> game since 16th August 2019 (Rafinha at San Mamés). Wooden<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> 🔵🔴<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/72Qua7IRUl">pic.twitter.com/72Qua7IRUl</a></p>— OptaJose (@OptaJose) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJose/status/1477743607985618948?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Woodworking

<p>The teams are back in action now - for the last half of action for the day.</p><p>Can Barcelona add another one to see this one out or will Mallorca be able to spin things around?</p><p>We're about to find out.</p>

Back underway

<p>There goes the whistle for the break and it is Barcelona's youth-heavy side who have seized upon the lead on the stroke of the interval.</p><p>Luuk de Jong, a leading light for them so far, has grabbed the only goal of this contest so far to send Xavi's men in on top.</p><p>Expect a few more twists and turns in this one before it is over.</p>

HT: Mallorca 0-1 Barca

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">⚠️ <a href="https://twitter.com/LuukdeJong9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LuukdeJong9</a> with a bicycle kick off the crossbar! Getting closer ...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/dxPprEXfRN">pic.twitter.com/dxPprEXfRN</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477740309207568386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Visitors continue to push

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">24y 201d - The <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FCBarcelona</a>'s Starting XI at Mallorca have 24 years old &amp; 201 days as average age, their third youngest for them in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LaLiga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LaLiga</a> since at least 2005/06 season<br><br>at Huesca in April 2019 (24y 133d)<br>at Vigo vs Celta in May 2019 (24y 165d)<br><br>Particulars<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> 🔵🔴 <a href="https://t.co/9cT6RmRkhl">pic.twitter.com/9cT6RmRkhl</a></p>— OptaJose (@OptaJose) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJose/status/1477736502419505158?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Young guns (go for it)

<p>They may be young but Barcelona are not messing around so far.</p><p>They've notched three decent attempts alone on goal in this opening act, with Luuk de Jong and Ilias Akhomach both getting in on the action.</p><p>Mallorca are keeping them at bay so far, but it could well be a question of when rather than if.</p>

Starlets show early mettle

<p>Have we saved the best for last? On a day that's delivered a few madcap matches, it's hard to say.</p><p>But we are underway in our final game in La Liga, as Barcelona look to take the fight to Mallorca to kick off the new year.</p>

KO: Mallorca v Barca

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane sign off for AFCON with a goal each 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/sH9AaHINFX">pic.twitter.com/sH9AaHINFX</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477722338745634819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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See you soon...

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔥 Warm up <a href="https://twitter.com/mterstegen1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mterstegen1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/OuC6y9HNzB">pic.twitter.com/OuC6y9HNzB</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477725272325693440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Clean sheet incoming?

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Premier League title race 😅<br><br>Manchester City: 53 points<br>Chelsea: 43 points<br>Liverpool: 42 points <a href="https://t.co/ig2KXeJ20m">pic.twitter.com/ig2KXeJ20m</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477711488961978368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Is the Premier League race over?

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">25 – This is the fifth consecutive Premier League campaign in which Mohamed Salah has been directly involved in 25+ goals (16 goals, nine assists) - only Thierry Henry has ever had a longer such run of seasons in the competition (7 from 1999-2000 to 2005-06). Greats. <a href="https://t.co/nWsiNb2shD">pic.twitter.com/nWsiNb2shD</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477717669428318210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Model of consistency

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">1 - In addition to his goal, Mateo Kovacic made more touches (105), carries (20), successful take-ons (4/4) and tackles (6) than any other Chelsea player against Liverpool. Resourceful. <a href="https://t.co/RWwKTKSU13">pic.twitter.com/RWwKTKSU13</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477721887983681536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Bossing it

<p>Pep Lijnders has confirmed that Jurgen Klopp will, after posting a positive Covid-19 test, remain absent from the Liverpool dugout for the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final clash with Arsenal that will take place at Emirates Stadium on Thursday.</p><p>"No, he can’t because of quarantine rules. He has mild symptoms. But Jurgen is a very optimistic, positive leader, he's our leader, our boss. I just hope it stays mild symptoms and that he’s back quick with us."</p>

Klopp won’t be back for Arsenal

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Field inspection 🔍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/oZR20bxhxo">pic.twitter.com/oZR20bxhxo</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477717637157298179?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Xavi looking for a win

<p>Tuchel has also been having his say on the early Mane challenge on Azpilicueta that could have seen the Liverpool forward sent off for an elbow.</p><p>The German tactician told <em>BBC Sport</em>: “In the first game we got the red card and the referee was so quick to give the red card. They did not check it, I hate to say it normally as I don’t like a red card early in the game, it can kill it.</p><p>“The public are here to see 11v11. Sadio Mane should always be on the pitch because he is a brilliant player and a good guy but it is a red card. If you don’t check and then can check our goal and maybe take it away… it is hard to swallow but what can we do?"</p>

Should Mane have been sent off?

<p>Romelu Lukaku was left out of the Chelsea squad against Liverpool following a controversial interview, but Thomas Tuchel is not about to freeze the Belgian out of his plans.</p><p>He has told <em>Sky Sports</em>: "He is our player, there is always a way back, we will clear this behind closed doors and once we have made a decision and Romelu knows, you will maybe know also. It is not to be discussed now."</p>

A way back for Rom?

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ca" dir="ltr">Barça XI<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/3YvGhEl3KI">pic.twitter.com/3YvGhEl3KI</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477711949899128837?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">👺 Mallorquinistas, ¡este es nuestro 𝑿𝑰 𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍!<br>⚽ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCDMallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCDMallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/eA9EbbzoUG">pic.twitter.com/eA9EbbzoUG</a></p>— RCD Mallorca (@RCD_Mallorca) <a href="https://twitter.com/RCD_Mallorca/status/1477716503214673927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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TEAM NEWS: Mallorca vs Barcelona

<p>Chelsea trailed by two goals at home to Liverpool but hit back before half-time to pull level. Christian Pulisic netted their second of the game and the USMNT star feels the Blues could have gone on to win the game.</p><p>He has told <em>BBC Sport</em>: "It feels like one of those games. It was an incredible first half, you feel after we got the momentum and get back 2-2 it is a bit frustrating not to get the winner but probably a fair result in the end.</p><p>"It was strange to be down 2-0. It felt like we were in the game and playing well and kept with it and scored two. It was an exciting game for sure."</p>

A sense of frustration

<p>Jordan Henderson saw Liverpool throw away a two-goal lead at Chelsea, with the Reds skipper of the opinion that the Blues first goal – a stunning volley from Mateo Kovacic – could have been ruled out as there was a player stood in an offside position.</p><p>He has told <em>BBC Sport</em>: "We asked the question - I was asking if he could go and have a look and make a decision, it just looked like there were two or three around which could affect the keeper, but it was a fantastic finish."</p>

Ask the question

<p>Pep Lijnders filled in for the absent Jurgen Klopp during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea and he is looking to stay upbeat despite seeing a two-goal lead surrendered by a Reds side that is about to lose Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane to the Africa Cup of Nations.</p><p>He told <em>Sky Sports</em>: "It is never boring with us. Incredible intensity from the start with both teams. We would have wanted more control, we had so many good counter attacks but it was just missing the last pass.</p><p>"Overall, for the public it must have been an unbelievable game. I have to say, the situation we are in it is a big compliment for the team. We could have made a lot of excuses for today but our boys fought hard with all they heart they have.</p><p>"We want to approach each game like it is a final. In each game we play, whoever is wearing the shirt or on the bench, we are showing this character.</p><p>"It was good that game was 11 v 11. We are here to entertain and to win each time and as I said at the start of the interview it is never boring.</p><p>"We have many different weapons. They [Salah and Mane] are incredibly important because they give us face, they give direction in a game and they give us desire.</p><p>"I wish them all the best in the Africa Cup of Nations. Everyone knows how it feels to play for your country. They have the right to fight for each prize as it comes."</p>

‘It is never boring with us!’

<p>Liverpool and Chelsea both dropped points in a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, but Virgil van Dijk inists no title towel is being thrown in despite Manchester City being 10 points clear.</p><p>The Reds defender has told <em>Sky Sports</em>: “Never difficult to believe, it is a big gap, they have the title maybe to lose at the moment but anything can happen still.</p><p>“We have been there and gave it away, so anything is possible. We focus on ourselves, we just have to get results, play good football and win games.”</p><p>He added on Liverpool throwing away a two-goal lead in west London: “If you are 2-0 up you don't want to concede that close to half time, give them the momentum to get back into the game, it happened - a fantastic strike, you have to give him credit. That gives them momentum and they score the second.</p><p>“We tried not to panic and created fantastic moments even though we were under pressure.</p><p>"For the outside world it was quite a good game to watch, but we came here for three points and didn't get them.</p><p>“They have an amazing team, so have we. I have a feeling we were under pressure at times but defended well as a team, didn't give big chances away. I always had a feeling we could score for 3-2 but it didn't happen.”</p>

Keep believing

<p>Cesar Azpilicueta saw Sadio Mane open the scoring for Liverpool in the Reds’ 2-2 draw at Chelsea, but the Blues skipper feels the Senegalese forward should have been sent off for an elbow on him inside the opening six seconds.</p><p>He told <em>Sky Sports</em>: "It's a clear red. I don't mind if it's five seconds into the game, it's the first action and it's a clear red.</p><p>"It doesn't want to challenge, he doesn't see the ball he just wants to lead with the elbow. I honestly don't understand it. We've had these types of decisions recently. The other day, we had two penalties where VAR wasn't used.</p><p>"It was a clear red card and we're getting these decisions against us which could change the course of the games.</p><p>"Always they will say what they think and I understand we're promoting challenges but sometimes we're seeing joke penalties given and sometimes we see very dangerous actions and they don't take action.</p><p>"We don't see consistency even within the same game, and to me it's clear a decision like this is clear. I watched the replay, but I didn't need to. It was a clear red."</p>

'It's a clear red'

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2022 begins <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MallorcaBar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MallorcaBarça</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZWj2dfEA88">pic.twitter.com/ZWj2dfEA88</a></p>— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1477705685928398854?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Up next...

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Mateo Kovacic vs Liverpool: <br><br>1 - Goal<br>2 - Shots<br>6 - Tackles<br>104 - Touches<br>14 - Duels<br>92.9% - Duels won<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/fEvtPKLJeW">pic.twitter.com/fEvtPKLJeW</a></p>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1477709204014178314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Star man

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">FT: Chelsea 2-2 Liverpool<br><br>Manchester City lead by 10 points in the Premier League.<br><br>Pep Guardiola right now 🥳 <a href="https://t.co/vIo2loSH7U">pic.twitter.com/vIo2loSH7U</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477707701597712398?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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A good result for the champions

<p>Chelsea are asking plenty of questions of their visitors late on, but there is no way through. Liverpool are now looking to play on the counter. Mane has gone off and won't be seen again until after the Africa Cup of Nations.</p>

Questions asked

<p>Into the final 10 minutes we go, and the biggest surprise is that there has been no change to the scoreline since half-time. Both teams are doing all they can to find a third that could land them three big points. Is there late drama to come?</p>

10 minutes to go

<p>Konate is caught by an arm from Havertz and stays down. He requires treatment, but no action taken against the Chelsea man. He always had eyes on the ball was just looking to make himself big. The German is then taken off.</p>

Konate down

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="fi" dir="ltr">69' - Double Reds change. <br><br>⬅ Jota, Milner<br>➡ Oxlade-Chamberlain, Keita<br><br>[2-2]<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a></p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477701024211161088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jorginho comes on for Chalobah. He has picked up a muscle injury by the looks of it. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a></p>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1477701011678851072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Changes from both sides

<p>Pulisic does well to control a half-volley and keep it on target. His efforts are matched by those from Kelleher, as the Liverpool pulls off an instinctive save to keep the scores level. Movement on the bench and changes on the way.</p>

Pulisic goes close

<p>Jota bundles the ball through to Salah, who has space in front of him. He spots Mendy off his line and goes for a lob. The Chelsea keeper retreats enough to get an arm up and producing a stunning save, as he turns the ball around the post.</p>

Superb save from Mendy

<p>Mane curls wide of the post within minutes of the restart, but was offside. Jota also strays beyond the last man before forcing a save from Medy. At the other end of the field, Alonso works a yard of space but bends over the top and into the crowd. No chance of either team settling for a point.</p>

More of the same

<p>The second 45 is up and running at Stamford Bridge. Is there more drama to come? We are about to find out</p>

Here we go again

<p>Here, for those in the U.S., is how Pulisic completed a remarkable first-half fight back from Chelsea...</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">CHRISTIAN PULISIC ANSWERS BACK! <a href="https://t.co/YSy4xxMlSJ">pic.twitter.com/YSy4xxMlSJ</a></p>— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBCSportsSoccer/status/1477691317467729929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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WATCH: Pulisic hauls Chelsea level

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2 – This is only the second Premier League game between two teams starting the day in the top four to see both teams score 2+ goals in the first half, following Arsenal’s 3-2 win over Manchester United in November 1997. Slugfest. <a href="https://t.co/o6dzYfLlhz">pic.twitter.com/o6dzYfLlhz</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477692188209434632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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End-to-end stuff

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">THIS GAME THOUGH 😲🍿 <a href="https://t.co/KRot4NJxLL">pic.twitter.com/KRot4NJxLL</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477691062718279684?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Don't go anywhere

<p>A breathless first half at Stamford Bridge comes to a close. Four goals, could have had a couple of red cards, and the promise of much more to come! The Premier League never fails to disappoint. Happy New Year!</p>

HT: Chelsea 2-2 Liverpool

<p>What a turnaround! Chelsea are now level, with Pulisic crashing into the top corner after being put through by Kante. More VAR checks for high boots and handball, but nothing will chalk that one off. What a game!</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">YES YES YES!<br><br>Stamford Bridge erupts! 😁<br><br>🔵 2-2 🔴 [45’] <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CheLiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CheLiv</a> <a href="https://t.co/46GUW4OPQD">pic.twitter.com/46GUW4OPQD</a></p>— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1477690182652604421?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Chelsea 2-2 Liverpool

<p>The Blues get one back before the break, and what an effort. A stunning volley from Kovacic as he meets a punch from Kelleher and dips the ball in off the post. VAR has a look at a possible offside, but the goal stands.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WHAT A GOAL KOVA! 😮<br><br>🔵 1-2 🔴 [42’] <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CheLiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CheLiv</a> <a href="https://t.co/9Djndwj95N">pic.twitter.com/9Djndwj95N</a></p>— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1477689308379234310?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">W <a href="https://t.co/KIIiH9rZko">pic.twitter.com/KIIiH9rZko</a></p>— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/atletienglish/status/1477687349647745025?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Three points for Atletico

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">4 - Mohamed Salah has scored four goals against Chelsea in the Premier League; the joint-most any player has scored against them after playing for them in the competition, along with Kevin De Bruyne. Haunt. <a href="https://t.co/ghpn6WzaBD">pic.twitter.com/ghpn6WzaBD</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477686443443118083?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Familiar face

<p>Mount and Tsimikas clash off the ball in the middle of the pitch. VAR wants to have a look. Mount did push the Liverpool defender when getting to his feet, but there was nothing in it and no card is required.</p>

No action against Mount

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New Year. Same <a href="https://twitter.com/MoSalah?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MoSalah</a> 😍 <a href="https://t.co/Uz074Gfuzd">pic.twitter.com/Uz074Gfuzd</a></p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477685651206197250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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No stopping him

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">3 - Sadio Mané has scored more away goals at Stamford Bridge than any other player in the Premier League since the start of last season, while he is also the first Liverpool player to score in consecutive league appearances away to Chelsea. Villain.</p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477685206308069388?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Happy hunting ground

<p>Salah won't be denied again as he doubles Liverpool's lead. His first touch is brilliant, allowing him to drift by Alonso. Mendy closes again, but this time the Reds frontman opens up his body and whips into the bottom corner at the near post. Ruthless from the visitors.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">SAAAAALLLLLLLAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!! GET IN THERE!!!!!!!! <a href="https://t.co/scKIfxwHPz">pic.twitter.com/scKIfxwHPz</a></p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477685063089377281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Chelsea 0-2 Liverpool

<p>Salah races clear, but looks offside. The flag does go up, but only after the Liverpool forward is denied by a smart stop from Mendy. Doesn't look like a game that will have just the one goal in it at the moment!</p>

Salah denied by Mendy, and flag

<p>Pulisic is the latest to go into the book. The Chelsea forward slid into a challenge on Jota that saw him got the ball first, but then catch the Liverpool forward with his studs. Unfortunate in some ways as it was momentum that took him into the Portuguese, but one of those that doesn't look great.</p>

No holding back

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">15 – Since the start of the 2006-07 season (when we have exact times), Sadio Mané’s booking after 15 seconds against Chelsea is the earliest recorded in a Premier League game. Overzealous.</p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477680998586494977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Should it have been red?

<p>Another mistake in a blistering start to the game. Chalobah tries to clear with his head at ground level, but diverts the ball into the path of Mane. He dummies his way around Mendy and fires into the back of the net. Game on!</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">SAAAAAADDDDDIIIIIOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! <a href="https://t.co/AtPUVh6fNN">pic.twitter.com/AtPUVh6fNN</a></p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477680774849703936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Chelsea 0-1 Liverpool

<p>Both teams have gone close in the opening exchanges. Salah was denied by a smart stop from the advancing Salah at one end, before Alexnder-Arnold got himself in trouble at the other and Kelleher had to step out to prevent the American from strolling around him and firing into an empty net. Mane has also picked up a yellow card after catching Azpilicueta with a stray elbow. All go!</p>

Early chances

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">John Terry sees his return to Chelsea acknowledged by the fans. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cfc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cfc</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/QSt0VL8wx3">pic.twitter.com/QSt0VL8wx3</a></p>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1477678284146159618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Paying homage to a legend

<p>Chelsea and Liverpool are underway at Stamford Bridge. No Lukaku, or Klopp, but plenty of superstars on show in west London.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Big, noisy match incoming... <a href="https://t.co/541Fzw1mLN">https://t.co/541Fzw1mLN</a></p>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1477676097504489476?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Here we go…

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">THE MAN SCORES AGAIN! VAMOOOOS!!!! <a href="https://t.co/Rq2ER6dUXm">pic.twitter.com/Rq2ER6dUXm</a></p>— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/atletienglish/status/1477677689884532742?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Atletico double their lead

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">41% - The away side won just 12.5% of the first 32 Premier League meetings between Chelsea and Liverpool (W4 D7 L21). Since then, the visiting team has won 41% of the 27 games between the sides (W11 D8 L8). Raid. <a href="https://t.co/CsO4CsqiZO">pic.twitter.com/CsO4CsqiZO</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477675765927919626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Good omen for Liverpool?

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Not long to go now, Reds 🙌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> <a href="https://t.co/gIN7eSqeYV">pic.twitter.com/gIN7eSqeYV</a></p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477673755002511375?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Reds are ready

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New year, same iconic setting. 😍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CheLiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CheLiv</a> <a href="https://t.co/QWrg6m6Hnh">pic.twitter.com/QWrg6m6Hnh</a></p>— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1477645024548507653?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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All eyes on west London

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Leeds players made sure these young pitch invaders were looked after 😅 <a href="https://t.co/O8OrwwnijE">pic.twitter.com/O8OrwwnijE</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477673081862828034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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A Happy New Year at Elland Road

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">17 - Following Aston Villa’s loss today at Brentford (in which Danny Ings scored the opening goal), only Jamie Vardy (20) has scored in more Premier League defeats since the start of the 2014-15 season than Danny Ings (17). Unfortunate. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAVL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAVL</a></p>— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJoe/status/1477670008620822539?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Unfortunate record

<p>Simeone's side lead at the interval courtesy of an effort from Correa...</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We lead at the break! See you in 15'. <a href="https://t.co/Thbllwa0dl">pic.twitter.com/Thbllwa0dl</a></p>— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/atletienglish/status/1477671438719070208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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HT: Atletico Madrid 1-0 Rayo Vallecano

<p>Leeds United secured an important victory over a resolute Burnley side to create some space between themselves and the drop zone. Jack Harrison gave the Whites a first-half lead, but Cornet pulled Burnley level in the second half. However, Stuart Dallas restored Leeds' lead and Dan James put the final nail in the coffin in the dying moments.</p>

FT: Leeds 3-1 Burnley

<p>Brentford came from behind to clinch maximum points against Aston Villa - and leapfrog Steven Gerrard's side in the process. Danny Ings gave Villa the lead, but Wissa hauled the Bees level before Rasmussen scored the winner - with his first goal for the club!</p>

FT: Brentford 2-1 Aston Villa

<p>Everton and Brighton played out a five-goal thriller at Goodison Park, which also included a missed penalty, but ultimately the Toffees came out on the wrong side, meaning they kick off the new year on a sour note. </p><p>Alexis Mac Allister scored twice for Brighton, either side of a Dan Burn Header, while Everton mounted a comeback through Gordon. However, the Blues will rue a missed Dominic Calvert-Lewin spot kick as they lost by a goal.</p>

FT: Everton 2-3 Brighton

<p>Daniel James makes it 3-1 to Leeds!</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">92' GGGGGGGOOOOOAAAAALLLLLL!!! DAN JAMES WITH THE THIRD!!!! 3-1 <a href="https://t.co/23v3nkDept">pic.twitter.com/23v3nkDept</a></p>— Leeds United (@LUFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LUFC/status/1477668829463519234?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Leeds add a third!

<p>Speaking to <em>Sky Sports</em>, <strong>Thomas Tuchel</strong> explained that the <strong>Romelu Lukaku</strong> issue - where he gave a controversial interview about Chelsea's tactics - became "too noisy" and so he made the decision to drop the striker from his squad.</p><p>"The thing got too big, the thing got too noisy so close to the match so I decided to protect the preparation of the match and that's why he is out," Tuchel said.</p><p>"Of course we have spoken. We have spoken twice and I have spoken to the main players.</p><p>"We have a big match to play and we need full focus...It is, in my opinion, easier if he is not in the squad. For sure, it was a difficult decision to take but in my opinion it was the decision to take."</p>

Tuchel explains decision to drop Lukaku 🗣

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WHAT A TIME FOR YOUR FIRST BEES GOAL!<br><br>Martinez denies Mads at close range the first time but can do nothing as he finds the corner with the rebound<br><br>🐝 2-1 🟣🔵<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BrentfordFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BrentfordFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAVL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAVL</a> <a href="https://t.co/SAfxcFzneX">https://t.co/SAfxcFzneX</a></p>— Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/BrentfordFC/status/1477666560789696514?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Brentford take the lead against Villa. It's 2-1!

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Dropped. <a href="https://t.co/X34CRCNmNV">pic.twitter.com/X34CRCNmNV</a></p>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1477663727851876356?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Lukaku dropped, will Havertz step up?

<p>Stuart Dallas makes it 2-1 to Leeds against Burnley!</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">77' GGGGGOOOOAAAAALLLLL!!! THERE'S ONLY ONE STUART DALLAS!!! 2-1 <a href="https://t.co/ZJMX6soOPR">pic.twitter.com/ZJMX6soOPR</a></p>— Leeds United (@LUFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LUFC/status/1477665035652587520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Dallas puts Leeds in front again

<p>Gordon's second goal keeps Everton in with a shout of the points as the Toffees respond straight away to Brighton's third goal. It's 3-2 heading into the closing stages.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">GORDON AGAIN!! COME ON!<br><br>🔵 2-3 🕊 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EVEBHA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EVEBHA</a> <a href="https://t.co/b3mOZL5zGZ">pic.twitter.com/b3mOZL5zGZ</a></p>— Everton (@Everton) <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1477664639072849925?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Gordon pulls one back!

<p>It's 3-1 to Brighton now and Everton's fightback is shortlived! Alexis Mac Allister gets his second of the game.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">72': That is STUNNING! 🚀 Enock lays it off to Alexis and he hammers a half volley past Jordan Pickford and into the top corner! 🎯<br><br>[1-3] 📲 <a href="https://t.co/S3j1TIedJv">https://t.co/S3j1TIedJv</a> ✘ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a> 🔵⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/z5SRMQ42RG">https://t.co/z5SRMQ42RG</a></p>— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1477663889521324034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Mac Allister adds third for Brighton

<p><strong>CHELSEA XI:</strong> Mendy, Chalobah, Rudiger, Silva, Azpilicueta, Kante, Kovacic, Alonso, Mount, Havertz, Pulisic.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here’s how we’ll line up today! 🔵<a href="https://twitter.com/parimatchglobal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ParimatchGlobal</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CheLiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CheLiv</a> <a href="https://t.co/kykD7JnV0B">pic.twitter.com/kykD7JnV0B</a></p>— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1477663473102434306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p><strong>LIVERPOOL XI:</strong> Kelleher, Alexander-Arnold, Tsimikas, Konate, Van Dijk, Fabinho, Henderson, Milner, Salah, Mane, Jota.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CHELIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CHELIV</a> 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 🔴<br><br>Your first Reds line-up of the New Year!</p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477663487920902158?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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TEAM NEWS: Chelsea vs Liverpool

<p>Burnley are level with Leeds thanks to Maxwel Cornet! It's 1-1.</p>

GOAL! Burnley level

<p>Some early team news as Liverpool confirm they are without goalkeeper Alisson, defender Joel Matip and forward Roberto Firmino following suspected positive Covid-19 tests.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Alisson Becker, Roberto Firmino and Joel Matip have been ruled out of Liverpool’s clash with Chelsea today after returning suspected positive tests for COVID-19.</p>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1477659712204193795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Alisson, Matip & Firmino out

<p>Everton are back in the game after Gordon scores to make it 2-1 to Brighton.</p>

GOAL! Gordon pulls one back for Everton!

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">4 - <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadriden?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realmadriden</a> are winless each one of their four games (D2 L2) to have enjoyed the most possessions in all competitions this season (Cádiz - 82%, Sheriff - 76%, Osasuna - 75% &amp; Getafe 74%). Unsuccessful. <a href="https://t.co/LRAn264E1T">pic.twitter.com/LRAn264E1T</a></p>— OptaJose (@OptaJose) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJose/status/1477658171351220225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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More possession ➡️ Bad? 

<p>Watch out for our recently recovered Chelsea correspondent Nizaar Kinsella!</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">First day off crutches for a while and my walk lands me here. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a> <a href="https://t.co/t8BpIsg5kz">pic.twitter.com/t8BpIsg5kz</a></p>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1477657228404568072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fans arrive at Stamford Bridge

<p><strong>⚽️ Brentford 1-1 Aston Villa</strong></p><p><strong>⚽️ Everton 0-2 Brighton</strong></p><p><strong>⚽️ Leeds 1-0 Burnley</strong></p><p>Big 45 minutes to come!</p><p><strong></strong></p>

HT scores in the Premier League

<p>Wissa hauls Brentford back into the game against Aston Villa ahead of half-time. It's 1-1.</p>

GOAL! Brentford pull level

<p>The hosts have gone ahead just before half time thanks to Jack Harrison!</p>

GOAL! Harrison gives Leeds the lead

<p><strong>Atletico Madrid team:</strong></p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">XI ❗❕ <a href="https://t.co/JtT8OnEQQo">pic.twitter.com/JtT8OnEQQo</a></p>— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/atletienglish/status/1477641873728716803?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p><strong>Rayo Vallecano team:</strong></p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">⚡ Once del Rayo Vallecano elegido por Andoni Iraola para enfrentarse al <a href="https://twitter.com/Atleti?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Atleti</a>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AtletiRayo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AtletiRayo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VamosRayo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VamosRayo</a> <a href="https://t.co/N4ySSwg1Of">pic.twitter.com/N4ySSwg1Of</a></p>— Rayo Vallecano (@RayoVallecano) <a href="https://twitter.com/RayoVallecano/status/1477643378602958851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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TEAM NEWS: Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano

<p>A total of 15 places separate Getafe from Real Madrid in La Liga, yet the Blancos trail with about 20 minutes left to play. Getafe are under pressure but they are disrupting Madrid's play well with a lot of clever physical marking. This result could be huge for them as they battle to avoid relegation.</p>

Real Madrid still trail...

<p>Plenty of drama at Goodison Park as Everton are awarded a penalty following a VAR check, but Dominic Calvert-Lewin spurns the chance to reduce the deficit by blasting his spot kick over the bar! Big disappointment for the England man.</p>

Calvert-Lewin misses the penalty! ❌

<p>It's 2-0 to Brighton and Everton's woes look set to continue into 2022. Dan Burn scores.</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BURN AT THE BACK POST! 💥 <a href="https://t.co/SJCkNc7wZ6">pic.twitter.com/SJCkNc7wZ6</a></p>— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1477646335427891200?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Burn doubles Brighton lead

<p>Eden Hazard and Marcelo have been sent on for Asensio and Mendy as Real Madrid look to win the second half and salvage some points.</p>

Getafe vs Real Madrid back underway

<p>Alexis Mac Allister gives Brighton the lead at Goodison Park. It's 1-0!</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">5': A fantastic move from Albion finishes with Alexis slotting home Neal Maupay's header from seven yards! 🇦🇷<br><br>[0-1] 📲 <a href="https://t.co/S3j1TIedJv">https://t.co/S3j1TIedJv</a> ✘ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BHAFC</a> 🔵⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/qvtbOqtxlJ">https://t.co/qvtbOqtxlJ</a></p>— Brighton &amp; Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialBHAFC/status/1477642297043005445?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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GOAL! Brighton lead against Everton

<p>Everton take on Brighton, Leeds face Burnley and Brentford take on Aston Villa!</p>

Premier League 2pm kick-offs underway!

<p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2 - Goal scored by Getafe's Enes Ünal at 8:23 is the second earliest of 20 conceded by Real Madrid in all competitions this season (after Santi Mina's in Real Madrid 5-2 Celta de Vigo (3:19) on September 2021). Surprise. <a href="https://t.co/EcCcFwPmXJ">pic.twitter.com/EcCcFwPmXJ</a></p>— OptaJose (@OptaJose) <a href="https://twitter.com/OptaJose/status/1477633713055977472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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