Chelsea keeps Tottenham 4 points behind in title pursuit
LONDON — Chelsea passed the toughest test of the title run-in to keep Tottenham at arm’s length.
Antonio Conte’s side took 66 minutes to break through Everton’s resistance on Sunday before winning 3-0 to remain four points ahead of Tottenham.
Even if Tottenham cannot overhaul Chelsea in the final four games to win the title for the first time since 1961, it will still be a landmark season for the north London club.
Beating Arsenal 2-0 in Sunday’s derby ensures Tottenham will finish above its neighbour for the first time in 22 years. And if Spurs hold on to second place, it will be their highest finish in 54 years.