Chelsea sauntered to a 4-0 victory in Seville as an Olivier Giroud masterclass secured top spot in Champions League Group E.
Chelsea player ratings
Edouard Mendy 8
Lampard made a lot of changes – but not his undisputed No1. A brilliant point blank save from Rekik kept Chelsea in front.
Cezar Azpilicueta 6
Aggressive in his forward play and his support of Hudson-Odoi saw him create a good chance for Pulisic early on.
Andreas Christensen 7
Stood up well to Sevilla’s physical and aerial threat. A positive return to action in a rare start.
Antonio Rudiger 8
Looks so comfortable every time he comes in. Once again, didn't let Chelsea down. Commanding in the air.
Emerson 6
Pressed forward when he could to offer a decent outlet on the left and solid at the back.
Mateo Kovacic 8
Worked hard and effective pinching possession from Sevilla, driving forward and providing probing passes – including one for Giroud’s second.
Jorginho 7
Held Chelsea’s midfield together with a steadying influence with his intelligent use of the ball.
Kai Havertz 7
A really positive performance from the German in his first start since testing positive for Covid. Hurt Sevilla with his passing – including the assist for Giroud’s opener.
Callum Hudson-Odoi 7
Determined to make an impression and did so again as he looked to burst forward with the ball.
Olivier Giroud 10
A perfect hat-trick on a perfect night for Giroud. One with his left, one with his right and a third with his head. All three were taken with such aplomb it’s hard to pick the best. Brilliant.
Christian Pulisic 6
His hamstring looks just fine and on another day might have had more to show for a performance that was full of attacking intent.
Hakim Ziyech (Kovacic, 67’) 5
Added to Sevilla’s worries.
N’Golo Kante (Havertz, 67’) 6
Immediate influence when setting up Giroud’s hat-trick strike.
Mason Mount (Pulisic, 67’) 5
So close to adding to Chelsea’s lead just moments after coming on.
Werner (Giroud, 85’)
Gilmour (Jorginho, 85’)
Subs not used: Kepa, Caballero, Tomori, James, Chilwell, Alonso, Abraham.
