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Chelsea heading for Europa League after another finishing disasterclass

The Blues need a miracle to qualify for Europe's top competition after falling short against David Wagner's plucky Terriers at Stamford Bridge

Five minutes into the second half of Wednesday's game at Stamford Bridge, Laurent Delpoitre bulldozed his way through Chelsea's defence and goalkeeper to deliver the final crushing blow to Antonio Conte's Champions League hopes.

The hosts managed a lucky equaliser through Marcos Alonso but, just like the Blues' run of four consecutive wins, it was all a case of too little, too late for last season's champions.

Delpoitre's goal is worth £80 million to the Terriers, who secured their place in the Premier League with a well-earned point, but the 1-1 draw has effectively cost Chelsea £30m, as it means that they are now highly unlikely to be playing in the Champions League next season.