Scolari’s blue-bloods keep red flag flying high

FOR all their reputation for noveau-riche capitalism, Chelsea have long been advocates of sporting socialism. Jose Mourinho was a firm believer in the power of the collective over the individual and Luiz Felipe Scolari is in no mood to tamper with a winning formula.

The Brazilian watched his philosophy borne out to the letter in this routine, but hard-earned, victory and now wants his players to maintain momentum when they face CFR Cluj on Wednesday in the Champions League.

Goals from Jose Bosingwa and substitute Nicolas Anelka propelled Chelsea to the top of the table thanks to their fourth win in six league games since Scolari took over.