Chelsea up to third after win

LONDON: Chelsea continued its improvement as it moved up to third in the English Premier League yesterday after a 41 win over bottom side Sheffield United.

Goals from Tammy Abraham, Ben Chilwell, Thiago Silva and Timo Werner secured victory for the home side, putting it one point behind leader Southampton and champion Liverpool.

Manchester United eased the pressure on manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with a 31 win at Everton.

Two goals from Bruno Fernandes and a first club goal for Edinson Cavani did the job for Manchester United after Bernard had given Everton an early lead.

Tomas Soucek scored a late winner as West Ham beat Fulham 10, lifting it to 11th while the visiting side remains 17th.

Crystal Palace downed Leeds United 41. — DPA