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The xG Told a Different Story: Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham

xG: Chelsea 0.6 - 0.8 Tottenham. Chelsea on the wrong side of finishing variance. Score: 0-2.

0 - 2
xG: 0.6 - 0.8
ChelseaxG 0.55 β†’ 0 goals
0.55 xG left on the table
TottenhamxG 0.80 β†’ 2 goals
CURSD Verdict
Chelsea
-48
Robbery 😀
Tottenham
+48
Heist πŸ€
October 24, 2026

CURSD Match Report: Chelsea 😀 Robbery (-48) | Tottenham πŸ€ Heist (+48)

Chelsea created 0.55 xG. Tottenham created 0.80 xG. The scoreboard read 0-2. The data says Chelsea deserved more from this match.

The Data

StatChelseaTottenham
xG0.550.80
Goals02
Shots (on target)7 (4)15 (4)
Shots inside box68
Possession32%68%
Corners46
GK saves34
Fouls1414
Cards (Y/R)2/13/0

Key Events

77' Goal - Mike Penders (OG) (Tottenham)

80' Red card - Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

87' Goal - Mathys Tel (Tottenham)

Verdict

- Chelsea created 0.55 xG, scored 0 - Tottenham created 0.80 xG, scored 2 - Tottenham GK made 4 saves - Chelsea GK made 3 saves

CURSD Match Score: Chelsea -48 (Robbery) | Tottenham +48 (Heist)

The xG share gap between process and outcome defines this match's luck signature. Chelsea had a strong case for more.

Match Stats

ChelseaTottenham
0Goals2
0.6xG0.8
7Shots15
32%Possession68%
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The xG Told a Different Story: Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham?

xG: Chelsea 0.6 - 0.8 Tottenham. Chelsea on the wrong side of finishing variance. Score: 0-2.

Which team is the most cursed in Premier League?

Chelsea currently has the lowest CURSD Luck Score in Premier League: xG: Chelsea 0.6 - 0.8 Tottenham. Chelsea on the wrong side of finishing variance. Score: 0-2.

Which team is the most blessed in Premier League?

Tottenham currently has the highest CURSD Luck Score in Premier League.

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