LONDON -- As a rare Timo Werner goal secured a 1-0 victory for Chelsea at West Ham, putting Thomas Tuchel's team firmly in control of the race for fourth spot in the Premier League and Champions League qualification, it was easy to see just why 12 big club owners were so keen to launch their controversial Super League last week.
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The high stakes involved in this game are precisely why the Premier League is so successful and is regarded as the most exciting league in the world.