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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