The best photos from the Riverside Stadium as Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Middlesbrough sent them to the top of the Premier League.
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Chelsea forward Pedro in action against Middlesbrough’s Adam Forshaw and Gaston Ramirez. Lee Smith / Reuters -
Chelsea striker Diego Costa is closed down by Middlesbrough defenders Calum Chambers, left, and Marten de Roon. Jan Kruger / Getty Images -
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte shouts orders to his players. Andrew Yates / Reuters -
Middlesbrough goalkeeper Victor Valdes saves a shot from Pedro. Lee Smith / Reuters -
Diego Costa scores the first and only goal of the game. Andrew Yates / Reuters -
Diego Costa celebrates his goal. Andrew Yates / Reuters -
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta challengers Middlesbrough’s Gaston Ramirez for the ball. Lee Smith / Reuters -
Diego Costa in action with Calum Chambers and Marten de Roon. Lee Smith / Reuters -
Antonio Conte congratulates Diego Costa at the final whistle. Lindsey Parnaby / AFP -
Antonio Conte congratulates David Luiz at the final whistle. Lee Smith / Reuters -
Cesar Azpilicueta, left, and Diego Costa, applaud the fans at the final whistle. Lindsey Parnaby / AFP
Diego Costa’s goal sends Chelsea past Middlesbrough and top of the Premier League — in pictures
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