Chelsea were 2-0 winners at the San Siro as they beat AC Milan on a crucial night in the Champions League.
Graham Potter's side took the lead in the 21st minute thanks to Jorginho's penalty, with former Blues man Fikayo Tomori being sent off for his foul on Mason Mount.
Just after the half hour mark Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang made it 2-0 to the Blues, with the forward striking a powerful shot into the bottom left corner of the goal.
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Reece James had to go off injured having awkwardly landed after a challenge, with Chelsea fans hoping it is nothing too serious.
The Blues now sit top of Group E following Dinamo Zagreb's draw with FC Salzburg, and they are therefore now one step close to the knockout rounds of the Champions League.
Here is how Absolute Chelsea rated the players' performances at the San Siro.
Kepa Arrizabalaga - 6/10
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The Spaniard has started every match under Potter since the head coach's arrival last month, and.... He wasn't really tested in the first half, but would have been pleased to see Olivier Giroud's header go wide of the post. The goalkeeper was called into action early in the second half, but wasn't tested afterwards. A third clean sheet in a row.
Trevoh Chalobah - 6/10
Chalobah was brought on for Wesley Fofana against Milan last week following the latter's injury, and was selected in the starting lineup for the second game in a row. He was up against Rafael Leao once again and did well overall on the night. Made one mistake that nearly led to a goal but Kalidou Koulibaly was there to spare his blushes.
Thiago Silva - 6/10
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The Brazilian made a return to the San Siro having previously played for Milan. He was greeted with a warm reception from the home crowd, and his night was made even better following a relatively quiet night in a Chelsea shirt. Milan failed to really threaten the centre-back, who continues to be a rock in defence for the Blues.
Kalidou Koulibaly - 6.5/10
Koulibaly is beginning to find his feet in this Chelsea side, and his experience from his days playing in the Serie A for Napoli helped him on the night. The Senegal international made a great tackle to stop Milan from threatening after Chalobah's mistake, and look comfortable for the rest of the evening.
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Reece James - 7/10 [63]
James' performance against Milan last week was one of his best in a Chelsea shirt. It is clear to see he is full of confidence at the moment, and his efforts at right wing-back were causing Milan problems. Unfortunately he was substituted as a result of injury, although his ability to walk off the pitch is potentially a sign that it might not be too serious.
Jorginho - 7/10
Brought in for Ruben Loftus-Cheek, the Italian had a point to prove against the Serie A giants. It didn't take long for him to make an impression, with the midfielder netting from the spot following Tomori's foul on Mount. Did well throughout the rest of the match, commanding the midfield on a tough night.
Mateo Kovacic - 6/10
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Kovacic continues to prove why he is such an important player for Chelsea, It was by no means his finest performance in a royal blue shirt, but he did what was required of him all evening. Had an effort on goal himself that failed to find the target, but a solid night for the midfield engine.
Ben Chilwell - 6/10 [89]
A decent evening for the left wing-back. He was one of a number of players who were rested at the weekend, and it is clear to see he is now recovering well from his ACL injury earlier in the year. Chilwell don't show too much going forward, but he ensured he was not threatened in defence.
Mason Mount - 7/10 [45]
Like Kepa, Mount has been named in every Potter starting XI so far. His high work rate and energy levels prove just why he is a consistent starter for the club. Such efforts paid off early on, with the 23-year-old winning a penalty for his side. He was brought off for Conor Gallagher at the start of the second half but it was a good shift from Mount, who is now increasingly showing more confidence after his slow start to the season.
Raheem Sterling - 6.5/10 [63]
Sterling had a couple of good chances to get onto the scoresheet in the reverse fixture, but was quick to contribute to a goal in Milan. He did well to leave the through ball to Aubameyang for the second goal, but you surely would have fancied him to score should he have gone for the target himself. Showed lots of energy and pace going forward, but had a limited impact besides his efforts in the second goal.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - 7/10 [79]
Having been rested at the weekend for the Premier League match against Wolves, Aubameyang was able to continue his goalscoring form for his new side. The Gabon striker did so well to finish inside the near post from Mount's through ball in the first half and could have scored a second. However, he will be pleased to have netted his third goal for the club.
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Conor Gallagher - 6/10 [45]
Gallagher is now making regular appearances for the Blues, and deservedly so. The midfielder was close to netting his first Champions League goal just moments after coming on, but it would have taken a moment of magic for him to score from such a tight angle. Showed good energy in the second half, with the 22-year-old impressing once again.
Cesar Azpilicueta - 6/10 [63]
Chelsea's captain was brought on for the injured James, with his experience helping the side to see out the result. He held down the right wing-back position in the 22-year-old's absence, helping to guide his side to a crucial win.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek - 6/10 [63]
May have been disappointed not to have started against Milan again considering his efforts last week, but he was still able to make an appearance at the San Siro. Did well to help secure the victory.
Kai Havertz - n/a [79]
Marc Cucurella - n/a [89]
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