Final whistle verdict: Professional performance NEWS 1 hour Jose Mourinho provided an injury update after our win at Derby and also spoke of his satisfaction at his side’s mentality. A trademark individual goal from Eden Hazard was the difference between the two teams in a first half that ended on a worrying note when Kurt Zouma was stretchered off, though the manager provided positive news on that front. Filipe Luis doubled our account with a brilliant free-kick before Derby struck back through Craig Bryson. Our hosts were then reduced to 10 men and we made the most of the man advantage through Andre Schurrle , who converted from close range after sub Loic Remy had a shot saved. We will take our place in tomorrow’s draw, then, and Mourinho explained afterwards why his side deserved to advance to the Capital One Cup semi-finals… ‘If we were not professional we would lose, I knew that,’ said Mourinho . ‘I played here last season and I watched them play a few matches on TV in the Championship and I know the quality they have. I know if we don’t come with a strong side and a strong bench it would be a problem with us.’ The manager gave an update on Kurt Zouma’s injury ‘He is fine. We don’t think he needs hospital treatment. He was a bit dizzy and he had some blood in his mouth because of a cut. He has gone for some exams with the docs. He’ll be available for Monday. ‘I thought the collision was a punch, but it was with Petr’s head – his helmet! The players were with the body language that there was some trouble but I had no idea what the trouble was because of the distance. I had some information the people with the stretchers are not allowed to run and I trust that.’ Didier Drogba also went off injured ‘His ankle is big! He is a strong guy with a strong mentality. I think he’ll be okay.’ The victory keeps our trophy hopes alive on four fronts ‘It’s important to win on Monday. We go match by match. We don’t choose competitions or matches. The next match is the most important thing. We go like this. The players tonight showed that attitude by playing a very professional game. ‘This mentality is part of the group’s DNA. I don’t need to press the players to be ready. I am so happy with them. We have our feet on the ground.’
Posted on: Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:16:42 +0000
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