Important win over Man City

PETR CECH had no serious work as the home side dominated in every respect.

The Blues were ineffective, however, with Drogba being blocked by the City defenders and Belletti beating the post in the second half.

Malouda could have added the late second but his shot was kicked away from the goal line by Dunne.

Nevertheless, Chelsea remain unbeaten under the authority of Guus Hiddink and they returned to the second position four points behind Manchester United.