Tottenham Hotspur beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, 24 October 2026, in Premier League Gameweek 8. A scoreless, low-quality first 77 minutes turned into chaos: Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders punched a corner into his own net, Cole Palmer was sent off for a second yellow card, and Mathys Tel finished the night with a solo goal from inside his own half.
If you only searched “Chelsea vs Tottenham” to find the score, that is it. The rest of this article explains how the match unfolded, what the numbers say, and what the result means for both clubs.
Chelsea vs Tottenham: Final Score and Key Moments
- Result: Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham Hotspur (half-time 0-0)
- Competition: Premier League, Gameweek 8
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- Goals: Mike Penders (own goal, 77′), Mathys Tel (87′)
- Red card: Cole Palmer (80′, second yellow)
- Man of the match: Mathys Tel (per Sports Mole)
How the Match Played Out
A quiet first half
Neither side created much before the break. According to Sports Mole’s match report, Omar Marmoush’s saved effort from close range was the only truly notable chance. Squawka also pointed out that Chelsea completed just 97 passes in the first half, one of only two times they have been below 100 in a Premier League half since 2016/17. The other was also this season, against Brighton.
77′: Penders’ own goal
Spurs kept most of the ball after half-time without producing much quality. The breakthrough came from a set piece. Mateus Fernandes delivered an in-swinging corner, Penders, making his full Premier League debut, came to punch it clear while under pressure from Jan Paul van Hecke, and instead knocked it backwards over his own line.
80′: Palmer sent off
Three minutes later Chelsea were down to ten. Palmer had been booked in the 71st minute, and after a challenge on Conor Gallagher referee Chris Kavanagh showed him a second yellow, and with it a red card.
87′: Tel seals it
Tel picked the ball up inside his own half, drove into Chelsea territory and finished into the bottom corner from just outside the box. It was the goal that turned a scrappy win into a memorable one.
Match Stats
| Stat | Chelsea | Tottenham |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 32% | 68% |
| Shots | 7 | 15 |
| Shots on target | 4 | 4 |
| Corners | 4 | 6 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
Source: Sports Mole match stats.
The shots-on-target figure is worth noticing. Despite having more than twice as many shots, Tottenham put the same number on target as Chelsea. The game was decided by one goalkeeping error, one red card and one moment of individual quality, rather than sustained dominance in chances.
Why This Result Matters
A rare win at Stamford Bridge. This was only Tottenham’s second Premier League win at Chelsea’s ground. The first was a 3-1 win in 2018. Before this fixture, Wikipedia’s rivalry page listed Chelsea ahead in the all-time series, 83 wins to 55 with 43 draws.
Spurs are climbing. Sports Mole reports Tottenham have now won back-to-back league games and moved up to 12th, with performances improving under Roberto De Zerbi.
Questions for Chelsea. Sports Mole questioned Xabi Alonso’s decision to start without Danny Welbeck up front, with Joao Pedro unavailable. Chelsea lacked a clear presence in attack for most of the night, and now lose Palmer to suspension. The length of the ban depends on the standard Premier League disciplinary process.
Spurs and Their History at Stamford Bridge
This fixture has long been one of London’s sharpest rivalries, and it has produced some memorable names. One of them is Harry Kane, the club’s all-time leading scorer. If you want the full picture of the striker who spent his early career making this derby matter, read our Harry Kane career, stats and records guide.
Football rivalries are not only a Premier League story. For another look at how rivalry shapes club and national identity, see our comparison Croatia vs Spain: travel, culture and football rivalry. You can also browse more match coverage in our Sports section.
What’s Next for Chelsea and Tottenham
- Chelsea: a trip to Liverpool at Anfield in the EFL Cup fourth round on Wednesday night.
- Tottenham: a full week without a game, then Crystal Palace in the Premier League next Saturday. Spurs were knocked out of the EFL Cup in the third round by Liverpool.
FAQs
What was the score in Chelsea vs Tottenham?
Tottenham won 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on 24 October 2026. Both goals came in the last 13 minutes.
Who scored in Chelsea vs Tottenham?
Tottenham’s first goal was an own goal by Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders in the 77th minute. Mathys Tel scored the second in the 87th minute.
Why was Cole Palmer sent off?
Palmer received a second yellow card in the 80th minute after a challenge on Tottenham midfielder Conor Gallagher. He had already been booked in the 71st minute.
When did Tottenham last win at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League?
Before this match, Tottenham’s only previous Premier League win at Stamford Bridge came in 2018, a 3-1 victory.
Who was man of the match?
Sports Mole named Mathys Tel man of the match. It noted he completed the most dribbles (four) and had the most touches in the opposition box (10) of any player.
Sources
- Sports Mole: Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham match report and stats
- Wikipedia: Chelsea F.C.–Tottenham Hotspur F.C. rivalry
Also in football this week: Barcelona vs Real Madrid 1-2, Mbappe double wins El Clasico.
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