The Blues are now in pole position as just a second Premier League goal in 22 games for Werner opened up a three-point advantage over the Hammers in fifth. Tuchel made six changes with one eye also on the first leg of his side's Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid on Tuesday. However, Chelsea's superior strength in depth showed against an injury-hit West Ham without Michail Antonio, Declan Rice and Aaron Cresswell. "I didn't see us today playing like we deserve Champions League next year. We learn or we don't play Champions League, that's it."

Source: News 24 April 24, 2021 18:45 UTC