Willian lifts Chelsea’s blues

Chelsea 2 Dynamo Kiev 1: It was a night when the result was all that mattered and in that respect, Jose Mourinho could reflect on a job well done. 
Willian lifts Chelsea’s blues

After a week in which the pressure surrounding his own job had intensified and following reports the manager had lost the support of his players, the Portuguese was entitled to feel a sense of relief at seeing his side claim a first victory in five games.

It was by no means a performance to remember, but Mourinho could draw satisfaction from the way his side produced a committed and determined — if flawed — display that eventually ensured they ground their way to victory.

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