When Diego Costa sets his mind on what he really needs to do on a football pitch, he is one of the most effective strikers in the world.
The Brazilian-born striker scored a goal and dished out an assist during Chelsea's 2-0 win against Hull City, ending the Blues' two-game losing streak. Willian scored the opening goal with an awesome curled kick, and the former Atlético Madrid man almost mirrored that image moments later, giving Conte's men a lead the wouldn't lose.
It seems that Costa knows how to hurt Hull City, as he's had some interesting performances in each and every game he's played against the Tigers.
Diego Costa: Has now directly contributed to 5 goals in his 3 apps against Hull (3 goals, 2 assists) #HULCHE
— WhoScored.com (@WhoScored) October 1, 2016
Here's how fans reacted to Costa's brilliant performance against Hull, which propelled the Blues to the top six teams in the English top flight.
Let's hope @DiegoCosta does fall in love with England over the next 12 months because right now he is irreplacable.
— Chelsea HQ (@Chelsea_HQ) October 1, 2016
Our player of the season so far, what a man @diegocosta and no yellow card which means he's available for @ManUtd! #CFC https://t.co/CVHtEYD3WR
— Shaurya (@ShauryaCFC) October 1, 2016
Costa has improved so much. Much better at controlling the ball, passing, and holding up play. Looks so intelligent now.
— Dami (@TheChelseaWay) October 1, 2016
Thank the lord for Costa this season #HULCHE
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaChapo) October 1, 2016
Match details, result and original broadcast info
This match has ended. Below are the original Live broadcast details for this match.
Live TV coverage and streaming in United States
Live TV coverage and streaming in United States
Follow the game on-the-go
Download our iOS and Android apps to follow soccer on-the-go. It comes packed with features - live scores, fixtures, results, tables, line-ups, stats, TV schedule and much more! Sorry, no live streaming within the app.
