Salomon Kalou's first touch is a goal, pulling Chelsea even in the 76th minute. On a counter attack born from an Everton corner kick, Chelsea moved play to Kalou at the right side of the box. His shot, going between the legs of Sylvain Distin, saw a late reaction from Tim Howard, who otherwise may not have been able to protect his far post. Kalou's ball rolled one ball length inside Howard's right upright, tying the match, 1-1.
Everton FC Vs. Chelsea FC: Salomon Kalou Goal Fulls Blues Even
The goal was classically against the run of play. The Blues had experienced some possession when Kalou entered the match near the 70 minute mark, but in the five minutes that followed, Everton exhibited as much control as they had at any point in the match. Two corner kicks earned and two other crosses from open play spoke to the Toffees’ increased threat for a second goal.
But it was Chelsea and Kalou that would find the match’s second tally, and regardless of how you feel about the tally’s justice in the context of the match, the teams are back even. Now entering the 80th minute, Everton and Chelsea at 1-1 at Goodison.
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