Mark Hughes called conceding an early goal to Chelsea "the worst-case scenario" as his Stoke side lost 2-0 on Monday Night Football.
How Chelsea showed at Stoke that they have the toughness as well as the quality to triumph.
Despite an early Chelsea goal putting his Stoke side on the back foot, manager Mark Hughes was pleased with their effort.
Nemanja Matic was delighted to pick up three points at Stoke as his Chelsea side claimed a 2-0 victory.
Jose Mourinho credits his Chelsea side with a fantastic performance as they beat Stoke 2-0 at the Brittania Stadium.
Jose Mourinho says his Chelsea players were "amazing" after they beat Stoke 2-0 to go three points clear of Man City.
John Terry speaks to MNF after scoring the first in Chelsea's 2-0 win at Stoke.
Chelsea will be top of the Premier League table on Christmas Day after beating Stoke 2-0 at the Britannia Stadium.
Jose Mourinho believes a team ethos must prevail at Chelsea, even if some players are frustrated at the lack of chances.
Bojan Krkic made his name at Barcelona but is now hoping to build a career at Stoke City.
Eden Hazard is poised to sign a new deal with Chelsea, where Jose Mourinho believes he can become an all-time great.