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Dom Smith

Three things we learned from Chelsea draw as Cole Palmer takes positive step and Blues get VAR reprieve

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Cole Palmer made his first start for Chelsea since September 20 - (Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

Chelsea’s 13-game run of scoring in every match was the longest in the Premier League, but it was consigned to history at the Vitality Stadium as Bournemouth held them to a goalless draw.

The Blues were seeking a response from Wednesday night’s sobering 3-1 defeat at Leeds United, but another flat showing saw them again unable to claim victory.

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