Manchester City
Joe Hart – 7/10
Joe Hart had little to do all game. He made a great save to deny Ruben Loftus-Cheek early on but was rarely troubled thereafter
Alexander Kolarov – 7/10
Alexander Kolarov had a great game considering he wasn’t troubled defensively. He made a great contribution going forward dominating the Chelsea right side with help from Samir Nasri.
Nicolas Otamendi – 7/10
Nicolas Otamendi began nervously as Diego Costa took him on at every opportunity but once he settled into the game, there were no moments he looked much out of sorts.
Eliaquim Mangala – 7/10
Eliaquim Mangala put in an excellent shift on the night after a nervy beginning much like his partner. The Frenchman had a few moments of trouble to deal with which he did rather well.
Pablo Zabaleta – 5.5/10
The Argentine seemed quite out of sorts on the night as Pedro got the better of him on more than one occasion. It seemed very difficult for him to deal with the pace and energy Pedro brought to the table and was eventually substituted.
Fernandinho – 8/10
Fernandinho ran the game at midfield as he kept play ticking and drove forward with confidence with the ball. His run into the box resulted in the penalty that allowed the third goal. The Brazilian overall had a really good game.
Yaya Toure – 7/10
For all his weaknesses, the Cote d'Voire international was hardly put under any pressure all game as he moved forward and passed to his teammates at will. He had a good game as well.
Jesus Navas – 6.5/10
Jesus Navas did well against Baba Rahman with the Spaniard offering great pace and movement which often stretched the Chelsea defense. He was largely anonymous in the second half.
Kevin De Bruyne – 8/10
The Belgian was brilliant all game as he directly assisted the opening goal and was indirectly involved in the second one after a searing run began the Manchester City counter.The Chelsea faithful saw firsthand at what they let go.
Samir Nasri – 8/10
Samir Nasri was impressive as he combined with Alexander Kolarov to continually breach the Chelsea defensive line with ease. He set up the second goal.
Sergio Aguero – 9/10
Sergio Aguero was simply phenomenal. Absolutely buried everything that came at him. Clinical and effervescent performance from the Argentine with a deserved hat-trick.
Subs
Bacary Sagna – 6/10
Bacary Sagna did well after coming on for a poor Pablo Zabaleta.
Fabian Delph – 6/10
Fabian Delph was decent after he came on to protect Manchester City’s lead.
Kelechi Iheanacho – N/A