See how the Blues rated in their impressive win in Germany…
Chelsea put in one of their most impressive displays so far this season tonight, brushing Schalke aside in a comfortable 5-0 win. See how we rated the Blues’ individual performances below.
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GK) Thibaut Courtois – 7
Had almost nothing to do, but kept his focus successfully.
DR) Branislav Ivanovic – 8
Defended well and should have scored with a stunningly struck volley, which flew mere inches over the crossbar.
DC) John Terry – 8
Opened the scoring with a great, towering header, and did not let up as the game went on.
DC) Gary Cahill – 7.5
Made one small mistake in the first half but was largely flawless, and kept Klaas-Jan Huntelaar quiet throughout.
DL) Cesar Azpilicueta – 7
The impassable Spaniard always looks better when Chelsea are on the defensive, but did not put a foot wrong at the back.
DM) Nemanja Matic 7.5
Cut the supply from Schalke’s midfield to Huntelaar successfully, and pressed the German side all over the pitch
CM) Cesc Fabregas – 7
An unusually quiet performance from the Spanish midfielder, who simply sat back and controlled the tempo.
AM) Oscar – 8
The Brazilian is really playing at his best at the moment, and was heavily involved in much of Chelsea’s devastating attacking play.
AML) Eden Hazard – 7.5
Was slightly overshadowed by his supporting cast tonight, which will be a welcome break for the Belgian, who has carried the Blues in attack on occasion this season.
AMR) Willian – 9
One of his best games for the club. Created two goals and finished one, and finally carried the attacking threat that he needs to produce more often.
ST) Diego Costa – 7
Didn’t get his goal but lead the line with his customary muscularity.
SUB) Didier Drogba – 8
The Ivorian came on as a sub to replace the tiring Costa and did spectacularly, tapping home from Willian’s assist and then crossing neatly to fellow sub Ramires.