Chelsea produced perhaps their most comprehensive performance of the season to put Aston Villa to the sword in Sunday’s Premier League meeting.
Goals from Nicolas Jackson, Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer saw Enzo Maresca’s men to a 3-0 victory and extended their unbeaten run to six games across all competitions.
The win ensures Chelsea stay inside the top four ahead of the midweek trip to newly-promoted Southampton.
Here’s how Maresca’s side rated at Stamford Bridge...
Robert Sanchez 6
An extremely welcome first clean sheet in eight league games, just as Filip Jorgensen is putting pressure on his place.
Moises Caicedo 8
Nominally at right-back but spent most of the game in midfield as the home side dictated. Has become so reliable. Outstanding.
Wesley Fofana 7
One or two hairy moments but largely did well against Ollie Watkins in a physical battle, including one brilliant last-ditch tackle. Limped off just before the hour after awkward slip.
Levi Colwill 7
Went toe-to-toe with Morgan Rogers, following the Villa man’s every move.
Marc Cucurella 7
Assisted the opening goal with good cross for Jackson after strong challenge to win back the ball.
Romeo Lavia 8
Some terrific passing through the lines. Such a dynamic player.
Enzo Fernandez 8
Is thriving in advanced role and made it two goals in two league games with terrific finish.
Pedro Neto 6
On his preferred right wing and always a threat with delivery cutting back.
Cole Palmer 8
Denied by smart Emi Martinez save early on before setting up Fernandez strike. Then a moment of magic to make the points safe.
Jadon Sancho 6
First league start in six weeks after impressive show in midweek. Always looking to be positive.
Nicolas Jackson 7
Another week and another goal for perhaps the most improved forward in the league.
Substitutes
Benoit Badiashile (Fofana 59’) 6
On for the injured Fofana and slotted in seamlessly.
Christopher Nkunku (Jackson 70’) 6
Fired wide with a late chance.
Noni Madueke (Sancho 70’) 6
Picked up a rather generous assist for Palmer goal. Booked for diving.
Joao Felix (Palmer 86’) N/A
Malo Gusto (Lavia 86’) N/A
Unused: Jorgensen, Tosin, Veiga, Mudryk
