Burnley beat West Ham 2-0 after Sean Dyche rings the changes
Burnley claimed three crucial points at Turf Moor
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Burnley rediscovered some of their old swagger as they brushed aside West Ham 2-0 to ease their relegation worries.
Chris Wood got his now customary strike against the Hammers before the outstanding 19-year-old Dwight McNeil bagged his first Premier League goal - both inside the opening 35 minutes.
Four days after they were thrashed 5-1 here by Everton, Burnley looked resolute at the back and confident going forward as they secured only their second win since the start of October, offering reminders of why they were playing their way into Europe this time last year.
Relive the action below.
Preview
What time does it start?
Burnley vs West Ham kicks off at 2:15pm (GMT)
Where can I watch it?
The match will not be shown live on TV or online in the UK.
Independent Sport will however keep you up to date with the goals as they go flying in via our live blog.
Highlights will be shown on Match of the Day Two at 10:30pm on BBC One.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
33 minutes
Yet again, Chelsea pass the ball around harmlessly on the edge of Palace's box before unleashing a long-range shot. This time, it's Jorginho, who blazes one high and wide. The frustration is growing.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
34 minutes
Hazard finds himself in a central position on the edge of the Palace box and wins a free kick. This is an opportunity for Chelsea, who have had very little joy from open play.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
35 minutes
So close! Willian curls the ball over the wall and it cannons off the post. Guaita is deemed to have got a glove to it, so Chelsea have a corner. The goalkeeper punches it away and Willian fires in another shot. Guaita makes another strong save.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
37 minutes
Off the post again! Barkley swivels and guides the ball towards goal, but it hits the outside of the woodwork and Palace survive.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
40 minutes
Palace are now looking to put on some pressure of their own after dealing with a spell of Chelsea dominance. It's still in the balance as half time approaches.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
44 minutes
If you're a fan of a well-executed low block, this will have been a feast for the eyes. If not, it's probably been a bit of a bore. There's been one shot on target so far and most of the half has consisted of Chelsea trying, unsuccessfully, to pass through Palace's compact defence.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Chelsea
45 minutes
One minute of added time will be played.
Half time: That's it for the first half. Other than a couple of long-range efforts from Willian, Chelsea have done little to trouble a stubborn and resolute Palace side. It hasn't been a classic, but the hosts should be commended for their defensive discipline.
Frustration has been the overriding emotion for Chelsea so far. They've dominated the ball but created very little. And when they have found themselves in scoring positions, the post has been in the way.
Palace get us back underway. Can they hold out in the second half?
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