Chelsea get lucky, but excuses are valid Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Chelsea’s win against Watford Chelsea dropped two points against Manchester United on Sunday, but this was two points fortuitously gained. Having made six changes, frankly, they got away with one. Thomas Tuchel described this as “unlike” Chelsea, and it’s difficult not to agree, given their personnel. Saul Niguez was given the chance to redeem himself after a forgettable debut against Aston Villa in September, but put in an almost identical performance. He was subbed off at the break with just 50 per cent passing accuracy in the opposition half, having given the ball away six times, gained it just once, and won just two of his eight duels. On loan for the season, Premier League football may well pass the Spaniard by. And while Ruben Loftus-Cheek was solid, it’s worth remembering Chelsea were without their three best midfielders on Wednesday...