Chelsea have doubled their lead at Stamford Bridge just before half time.It has been a pretty quiet game – in fact the opening goal for the Blues came from one of their very dangerous attacks. But

Report and free match highlights as Cole Palmer returned with a goal as Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 at Stamford Bridge; Malo Gusto got the other goal as the Blues ended a run of four games without a win in all competitions;

There was good enough reason for everyone at Chelsea to feel positive about their prospects this season as November rolled into December. Enzo Maresca had just led his young side to a seismic 3-0 win over Barcelona in the Champions League,

Chelsea played into Leeds United's hands at Elland Road on Wednesday, falling 3-1 to the newly-promoted hosts.

Chelsea enters Saturday on a bit of a whimper on all fronts. After beating Barcelona in UEFA Champions League action last month, the club has gone winless in its past four matches. Along with losing to Leeds United earlier this month, the Blues only have draws against Arsenal and Bournemouth.

Ex-Chelsea star William Gallas has revealed who he believes the Blues should sign this January, as their lack of striking options rears its head once again following a second injury in quick succession for summer signing Liam Delap.

Chelsea return to Premier League action this weekend, hosting Everton at Stamford Bridge after their midweek Champions League defeat to Atalanta