Chelsea boost European hopes with win at Brighton despite Reece James’ red

Perhaps Mauricio Pochettino is onto something after all? A fourth successive victory thanks to Cole Palmer’s 27th goal of the season and another from substitute Christopher Nkunku was the latest indication that Chelsea’s road to recovery is gathering pace despite a mindless late red card for captain Reece James.Pochettino’s side now find themselves within touching distance of securing some kind of European football for next season, with there even being a possibility of beating