5 Chelsea players who performed brilliantly against Manchester City

Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League
Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League

#3 Ngolo Kante

Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League
Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League

Since the season has started the questions were asked regarding the change in Kante's position. Many Football pundits believe that Kante cannot play as a Center Midfielder. However, time and again Maurizio Sarri has said that he won't play him as Defensive Midfielder. The French World Cup winner was at his best against the Citizens.

His 45th-minute strike opened the scoresheet for Chelsea. Eden Hazard provided the Assist. Kante played a vital player in the midfield for Chelsea, he made great interceptions in the midfield and kept constant pressure on the Manchester City's midfield.


#2 Azpilicueta

Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League
Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League

French International and Chelsea's captain was busy throughout the match. He performed his job brilliantly and kept Sane and Sterling quiet. The 29 years Right back was one of the pillars in Chelsea defence. He made 13 tackles in the match which is highest in a single Premier League match this season. However, his crossing was not up to the mark. In total, Azpilicueta kept Sterling and Sane quiet and didn't give them the space to run.

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