Chelsea discover Eden Hazard heir vs Leicester as familiar problem remains for Thomas Tuchel

There comes a point in the lifespan of a successful television series that ideas finally run short, and the only thing left to do is a clip show of standout moments from previous episodes. And that is, in essence, what we got this evening during Chelsea's 1-1 draw against Leicester City.

There was comical Marcos Alonso defending followed by an inevitable make-up goal from the Spaniard. There were countless chances missed, the most glaring of which was by Christian Pulisic. And there was a reckless and entirely unnecessary lunging challenge from Antonio Rudiger.

Given this was game number 62 of the season for Thomas Tuchel's side, it should have come as no surprise that much of what played out at Stamford Bridge had been seen before by those in attendance. Not that it made the experience any less frustrating for Chelsea supporters.

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Their side has simply not been good enough on their own patch this term. Too many wins have become draws – and too many points have been dropped as a result. It's why the Blues' title challenge has fizzled out and a problem that Tuchel will have to find a solution to over the summer if Chelsea are to compete next season.

The positive from the evening is that Tuchel's side claimed the point they needed to, essentially, wrap up third place in the Premier League. Tottenham could still overhaul Chelsea on the final day in theory but would need an 18-goal swing. That is simply not going to happen.

The Blues finish their campaign on Sunday with a visit from Watford. It will be one final chance to send the home supporters home happy – and to win in front of Todd Boehly, whose consortium is in the final