Chelsea FC achieved a crucial 1-0 victory against London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League on Thursday, climbing to fourth place in the standings and enhancing their prospects for qualifying for the UEFA Champions League next season.

The decisive goal came from Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez, who scored with a header in the 50th minute after deftly connecting with a well-placed cross from English player Cole Palmer, who returned from a brief injury absence.

Chelsea appeared to have extended their lead with a second goal by Moisés Caicedo, but the effort was disallowed for offside following a video assistant referee (VAR) review.

In the 69th minute, Tottenham had a goal of their own disallowed when Senegalese substitute Pape Sarr scored from outside the penalty area, which was ruled out due to a foul committed during the build-up.

With this win, Chelsea moved ahead of Manchester City, who currently occupies fifth place, while Newcastle United remains in sixth.

Tottenham Hotspur, on the other hand, remains in 14th place, with their hopes for European competition now reliant on success in the UEFA Europa League.