Branislav Ivanovic struck a superb winner as
Chelsea defeated Aston Villa 2-1 and extended
their advantage at the top of the Premier League to
seven points.
Victory was Jose Mourinho's first at Villa Park in
five attempts, and Chelsea's day was made even
more enjoyable with Manchester City's surprise
1-1 draw at home with Hull City.
Eden Hazard had given Chelsea an early lead
inside 10 minutes, before Jores Okore ended Villa's
long goal drought with a header at the start of the
second half.
Before the defender's effort, Villa had gone 659
minutes without finding the net – the fourth longest
barren spell in Premier League history.
But for Paul Lambert and Villa, the end of their
scoreless run will be of little consolation to a side
that is now winless in nine league matches and
just two points above the relegation zone.
Chelsea, meanwhile, will be buoyed by putting
further daylight between themselves and City, as
they go in search of a third league title under
Mourinho.
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