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Evening Standard
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Dom Smith

Three things we learned from Chelsea loss as Champions League qualification hopes damaged

Chelsea were beaten by Atalanta despite taking the lead in the Champions League showdown - (Getty Images)

Chelsea won’t know quite how they let it happen, but they gave up a half-time lead to lose 2-1 at Atalanta in a result that significantly damages their chances of a top-eight finish and automatic progression to the Champions League round of 16.

Enzo Maresca’s side were not quite cruising but led through Joao Pedro’s goal and looked secure in their one-goal advantage at the break.

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