Chelsea vs Watford LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Follow live coverage as Chelsea face Watford in the Premier League today.
Manchester City are reigning champions after a dominant 2020/21 season and Pep Guardiola's side are favourites to win it again boasting as they do one of the best squads in Europe.
European champions Chelsea have proven they have what it takes to dethrone City, however, having done it in last season's Champions League final and will be hoping to add a domestic title to the one won in Porto.
Liverpool were winners back in 2020 ending a 30-year wait for league glory and Jurgen Klopp is sure to have them back challenging again at the sharp end this season too while Manchester United will be looking to be back in the title picture with Cristiano Ronaldo returning to his former club in the summer.
It's not all about the action at the top though with Norwich, Watford and Brentford promoted to the top tier for 2020/21 and hoping to hold their own against the best English football has to offer and avoid the drop.
We will bring you all the action and updates from today's game in the live blog below:
Chelsea vs Watford
Kenedy takes a knock and is forced off. Sarr comes on in his place.
Chelsea vs Watford
At the other end, Ziyech and Havertz look to breach the Watford defence, but they are unable to find a way through the stubborn resistance.
Chelsea vs Watford
King embarks on a strong run into the right side of the penalty area. The striker manages to squeeze in a cross, but it is gathered by Mendy.
Chelsea vs Watford
It has been a positive response since the restart by Watford, who are looking to avoid a 27th defeat of the season. Only during the 1971-72 campaign have they lost more times in their history (28).
Chelsea vs Watford
The visitors are awarded a free-kick right on the edge of the box after Kante fouls Sema, whose subsequent delivery goes straight into the wall.
Chelsea vs Watford
Good save! A bright start to the second half by Watford sees Pedro embark on a dangerous run into the heart of the Chelsea defence, before drawing smart reactions out of Mendy.
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