Chelsea central defender David Luiz is a top trending term on Twitter right now due to the absolutely stunning pass he completed to forward Pedro who finished with a scoring strike in the first half against Newcastle United.
Watch this sublime, approximately 60-yard pass from the Brazilian to the winger which opened the scoring in the 9′ of Chelsea’s hosting of Newcastle United. In fact, watch it a few times, as it is certainly something which belongs on every network’s “top plays” segment today.
https://twitter.com/Fantasticfooty1/status/1084145436657676288
Newcastle would later equalize in the 40′ via Ciaran Clark. As of this writing, the score is currently 1-1 at halftime.
With Arsenal losing at West Ham United today, the Blues are looking to expand their three point lead on fourth place.
Getting back to David Luiz, here are some interesting stats via Opta (who of course are always good for such things).
2 – David Luiz has registered two assists in his last three Premier League games, having not set up a teammate in 66 games prior to this run. Maestro. #CHENEW pic.twitter.com/bvimm5IEqL
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) January 12, 2019
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