Chelsea bolstered their bid to qualify for the Champions League with a 3-1 win as Liverpool suffered a Premier League title hangover at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Enzo Marescas side took the lead through Enzo Fernandezs early strike at Stamford Bridge.
Jarell Quansahs second half own goal was followed by Virgil van Dijks late reply for Liverpool.
Cole Palmers stoppage-time penalty condemned the champions to only their third league defeat this season.
While lacklustre Liverpool had little to play for after winning a record-equalling 20th English crown with a 5-1 rout of Tottenham last weekend, Chelsea had every incentive to secure a priceless three points.