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Chelsea Assistant Manager Zola Praises Impact of Substitutes in EFL Cup Win Over Bournemouth

Chelsea's assistant manager Gianfranco Zola has praised the impact of Chelsea's substitutes in their 1-0 win against Bournemouth in the EFL Cup quarter-finals.

The Blues left it late, with substitute Eden Hazard sending his side through thanks to a deflected effort that creeped in with seven minutes remaining.

The victory means Chelsea will face London rivals Tottenham in the semi-finals, after they beat Arsenal 2-0.

Per West London Sport, Zola said: “The difference was the changes that we made.

"It was a very tough game. I have to say Bournemouth are a very good team and gave us a really hard time.