Chelsea Draw 1-1 with Crystal Palace

Chelsea's Premier League match against Crystal Palace ended in a 1-1 draw, extending their winless streak to four games. Cole Palmer opened the scoring for Chelsea in the first half, but a late equalizer from Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta denied them the victory. Manager Enzo Maresca praised 18-year-old Josh Acheampong as the standout player on his full Premier League debut, highlighting his composure and potential. Despite the disappointing result, Maresca expressed confidence in his team's performance, noting they created enough chances to win but lacked clinical finishing. Chelsea's next match is against Morecambe in the FA Cup on January 11, followed by a crucial league game against Bournemouth on January 14. The manager also addressed the ongoing injuries and the potential for January signings, suggesting Acheampong's performance may lessen the need for further defensive reinforcements.