Pedro Neto scores twice as Chelsea beat Everton while Ross County thrash Queen of the South

UPDATE - follow-up to Manchester City v Ipswich, Brentford v Liverpool, and more: Football clockwatch - live: Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory away against Everton, thanks to two goals from Pedro Neto in a match played in the Merseyside sunshine.

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The win lifts Chelsea up to fourth place in the Premier League table and marks their first clean sheet in the competition since January. The only negative for manager Xabi Alonso's side was a head injury sustained by goalkeeper Emi Martínez, who needed seven minutes of treatment before being carried off on a stretcher. Meanwhile, David Moyes' Everton side suffered from self-inflicted mistakes, including unconvincing play from goalkeeper Jordan Pickford for the second consecutive week. In other action, Ross County dominated Scottish League One by racing to a 4-0 lead against Queen of the South within 25 minutes, building on a superior goal difference that started at plus 29.

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Football clubs often experience high-stakes pressure following international breaks as players return to club duties and fight for league positions. Clean sheets and strong defensive displays are vital for teams aiming to finish in the top four of the Premier League.