Chelsea 2 – 0 Man City: Late Double Earns Chelsea Victory

Chelsea overtook Manchester City to move into third place in the Premier League and signal their title hopes might not be over after late goals by David Luiz and Ramires.

Brazilian defender Luiz proved his growing status as a star at Stamford Bridge in a closely fought battle that for long periods looked like it would end in a goalless draw.

The 23-year-old rose to meet Didier Drogba’s free-kick on 77 minutes and Ramires added the gloss in injury time to relieve the Chelsea crowd, who had suffered a frustrating afternoon up to that point.

The result will give Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti further confidence after his position was said to be up for discussion in May by chief executive Ron Gourlay on Sunday morning.

But for City, the defeat – which ended a run of three victories against the Blues – highlighted a display lacking attacking purpose and it will give Tottenham hope that they can beat them to the fourth Champions League spot.