Hughes hopeful of Chelsea upset

Mark Hughes is quietly confident Manchester City can banish their away-day blues at Chelsea on Sunday.

City warmed up for their testing trip to Stamford Bridge by claiming a two-goal first-leg lead in their UEFA Cup tie with Aalborg at Eastlands.

Coming just eight days after a similar success over Champions League-chasing Aston Villa, it suggests City are starting to find the consistency they have lacked so far this season.

And it gives Hughes the hope that his side must just be able to record a shock win against Guus Hiddink’s men.

“We are in good shape confidence-wise, which is what you need when you are playing Chelsea,” he said.

“It is going to be a big test for us but it is one we are looking forward to.”