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Reaction
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Maurizio Sarri defends decision to sub substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi
The Chelsea boss insists the youngster was struggling with an injury.Dec 27, 13:35
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Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri: 'I substituted Callum Hudson-Odoi due to injury'
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says that he brought off substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi against Watford due to the youngster sustaining an injury.Dec 26, 23:34
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Sarri criticises 'stupid people' after further allegations against Chelsea fans
Eden Hazard scored twice for the Blues at Vicarage Road.Dec 26, 23:20
The Match
Match Report
An Eden Hazard double gives Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Watford in the Boxing Day clash in the Premier League at Vicarage Road.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Eden Hazard scores twice in Chelsea's 2-1 victory over Watford on Boxing Day.
Preview
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Premier League clash between Watford and Chelsea on Boxing Day.
Build-up
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How Chelsea could line up against Watford
Ahead of the Boxing Day clash between Watford and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at how Maurizio Sarri's side could line up at Vicarage Road.Dec 24, 12:40
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Gracia warns Watford that Chelsea Boxing Day challenge will be 'very demanding'
Gracia expects Chelsea to offer a far greater threat than they did last February when the Hornets ran out 4-1 winners.Dec 24, 12:00
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