Loftus-Cheek, who started on the bench despite impressing in last week's 1-1 draw at Eintracht Frankfurt in their Europa League semi-final, first leg, came on for Kante, but they were still off the pace.
Things changed after the break when Loftus-Cheek rose above Nathaniel Chalobah to head home Eden Hazard's cross in the 48th minute. Playing with more verve and belief now, Chelsea struck again from another corner three minutes later as Hazard's delivery was met by Luiz with a thumping header past Ben Foster.
Higuain put the result beyond doubt when he clipped a delicate finish over Foster from a tight angle. Following Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Brighton this morning , the Blues have secured their spot in the top four and a return to Champions League football. -
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