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That’s according to BBC pundit Danny Murphy who’s hailed the midfield maestro.
The Blues eased to a 3-1 victory over the Magpies at Stamford Bridge.
Dwight Gayle got the opener, but Chelsea battled back with a brace from Hazard and an Alvaro Morata header.
Murphy insist the diminutive Belgian was the game changer for Chelsea.
He said: “Eden Hazard's ability in terms of creating chances, taking players on, he's making the game look very easy at the moment.
“He was the difference. Chelsea went in at half time with the lead and Newcastle didn't have the energy or creativity to do anything about it.”
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“Eden Hazard impressed for Chelsea against Newcastle”
Speaking after the clash, Antonio Conte praised his battle weary Blues.
The Italian chief said: "We did well after only two days' rest.
“It was a solid performance despite the goal. We showed good motivation and good intensity.
“I made rotations in the game and the response of my players was positive.
"I think that today, to play and win after two days of rest means a lot. Newcastle had the advantage with one day more of rest."