Scoring a Goal through a header to Norwich’s Goal, Giroud is Great in an Air Ball Duel

DBasia.news – Chelsea narrowly won 1-0 when they hosted Norwich City in the 36th match of the 2019-2020 Premier League, at Stamford Bridge Stadium, Tuesday (7/14) local time or Wednesday morning. The winning goal was scored by Olivier Giroud with a header.

Chelsea observed at the game with complete confidence. Understandably, the opponent was at the bottom of the standings and will certainly go down a caste.

Based on statistics, Chelsea clearly dominated. Frank Lampard’s squad created 18 chances throughout the match. Meanwhile, Norwich only packed two opportunities.

In terms of possession, Chelsea were also superior. Christian Pulisic and his colleagues have mastered the ball by 69 percent.

However, the statistical advantage did not make things easy for Chelsea. The reason, Norwich’s goal was a challenge to break inro despite facing a series of opportunities from the host.

The only goal that was created in the match was scored by Olivier Giroud in the 45th minute + 3. The France international player welcomed Pulisic’s pass with a header.

Based on Opta Joe’s record, since making his Premier League debut in August 2012, Giroud has scored 31 goals through headers. The amount is five more than the second player with the same time frame.

Giroud’s ability as an air king in the Premier League is inseparable from his high posture. In addition, Giroud is also good at placing positions.

The victory has made Chelsea comfortable in third place of the standings. Chelsea collected 63 points or four points ahead of Leicester City and Manchester United who both collected 59 points from 35 matches.