Chelsea show their grit to get win at Newcastle when glittering possession falls short

DeAndre Yedlin assisted on Newcastle's lone goal, but it's his late own goal that proved to be the difference in Chelsea's 2-1 victory.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England -- Three quick thoughts from Chelsea's 2-1 Premier League win over Newcastle at St. James' Park on Sunday.

1. Chelsea show their grit when glitter falls short

Speaking after Chelsea's 3-2 win over Arsenal last weekend, Maurizio Sarri said his priority was to coax 90 minutes of football out of his players that matched their thrilling opening 25 against the Gunners.

That aim remains unfulfilled. Chelsea's football frequently faltered in the face of Newcastle's fierce...