Arsenal v Chelsea player ratings

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It’s difficult to pick out a bad display from Chelsea’s 2-1 victory at Arsenal. The Premier League leaders secured a first win in nine London derbies thanks to a genuine team effort with stand-out performances all over the pitch. But do you agree with our ratings?

Petr Cech: 8
Composed and calm and pulled off two world-class saves with the score at 2-1. Faultless.

Branislav Ivanovic: 7
Positionally was occasionally questionable but the attacking system means he has a lot of work to do and ground to cover. As committed and brave as ever.

Ashley Cole: 8
Typically classy display. Booed by Arsenal fans throughout but defensively solid, and used the ball brilliantly.

John Terry: 8
Another who ignored the boo boys to great effect. Commanding and led from the front. Made some timely interceptions.

David Luiz: 7
Solid despite a few worrying moments that raised the odd false alarm.

John Mikel Obi: 9
Outstanding in an efficient, no-frills sort of way. Much maligned at times because with so many attacking players he can get exposed. But a technically brilliant footballer who allows others to play and is vital for the team. Sometimes guilty of slowing play down, but not today.

Ramires: 8
Energetic, all-action stuff from the bustling Brazilian. Provides the legs, workrate and drive in midfield and is much-needed in the current system.

Oscar: 6
Some wonderful touches and great on the eye but did not shine despite a decent display. Maybe harsh but not at his most effective.

Eden Hazard: 7
Didn’t quite happen for the gifted Belgian but was impressively busy throughout and showed glimpses of his quality. Tireless effort.

Juan Mata: 9
Immense. A delightful footballer who is a joy to watch. Looked fresh, sharp and back to his best. Set up Torres for the opener and another free-kick proved the winner. Combines his quality with a great work ethic and you see why he’s so popular.

Fernando Torres: 8
Flits between frustrating to unplayable at regular intervals in the same game. The Spaniard’s performance was epitomised by missing a great one-on-one chance he created by himself. Too often sloppy in possession, but the beautifully taken goal more than made up for it. Still world class on his day.

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