Chelsea had to settle for a draw in their London derby with West Ham United on Saturday.
The Blues kicked off the weekend’s Premier League action, and they did so with a bang. Joao Felix scored within the first 20 minutes, latching onto a superb pass into the box from Enzo Fernandez. The pair were by far the most impressive for Graham Potter’s men at the London Stadium, but they did not get just reward.
West Ham found an equaliser in the 28th minute, and through a familiar face, with former Chelsea star Emerson Palmieri tucking home at the far post after he was left completely unmarked. Chelsea would see a couple of goals chalked off for offside, and West Ham gave the Blues a scare of their own in the last 10 minutes, when they bundled one home following a free-kick, but Declan Rice was found to be offside in the build-up.
A frustrating result for Chelsea who simply failed to put the Hammers to the sword at the London Stadium.
Here we rate the performances of the Blues stars. Take a look below...
9. Noni Madueke (off 66) - 4
Came close with a good effort in the first half, cutting inside and taking aim. A little unsure of his role off the ball, at times. Didn’t do much wrong, but he is going to have to do a lot better than that to keep competition at bay. | Getty Images
10. Joao Felix - 8
Bright from the off, seeing a goal ruled out for offside after 10 minutes. Got a legitimate goal six minutes later when he showed nice movement to top home Fernandez’s cross. Eye-catching movement on and off the ball all afternoon. Felix is going to be a real weapon for Chelsea. | Getty Images
11. Kai Havertz - 6
Held the ball up pretty well, but struggled to get into the game for large spells. Did more off the ball than on it, in truth, though he did have a goal ruled out in the first half. | Getty Images
12. Ben Chilwell (On 66) - 7
Made a real impact down the left, getting forward with real intent. | Getty Images