Two join EPL ladder battle

CHELSEA and surprise package Watford have joined Liverpool on nine points from three games at the top of the Premier League with narrow victories yesterday.

Tottenham Hotspur will hope to become the fourth side with a 100 per cent record when they play away to Manchester United today.

Chelsea are second on goal difference behind Liverpool after winning 2-1 away to Newcastle United.

Watford recorded a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace.