Chelsea got their second win in as many games in the premier league in emphatic style.

Ben Chilwell opened the scoring and assisted the second for Kurt Zouma in his maiden Chelsea EPL debut, with Jorginho scoring the other two from the penalty spot.

We summarize each player's performance and rating as the match panned out.

1. Edouard Mendy
Was hardly called into action as the visitors could only manage one shot on target throughout the match. Good ball distribution to Chiwell on more than one occasion. Made one vital interception in the box when called upon. Will be happy to get a clean sheet in his first premier league outing. 7/10

2. Cesar Azpilicueta
The captain got a nod ahead of upcoming James in the right back slot. Was solid defensively and combined well with Hudson-Odoi in the attacking wing play. Kept Zaha from causing much problems for Chelsea. His combined presence with Silva helped instilled discipline and direction in Chelsea's play. 8/10

3. Thiago Silva
The ex-PSG Skipper clearly improved from last weekend draw at West Bromwich Albion. Marshalled the defense very well and was precisive with his ball distribution around the defense zone. Showed great reading of the game and combined well with Zouma in the heart of defense. Was in the thick of the action for Chelsea's second penalty of the match. 7.5/10

4. Kurt Zouma
The France International was a physical presence as ever and delivered great understanding with Silva at the back. Made vital interceptions and clearances as well as dominating in aerial duels and set pieces in the box. Got on the score sheet for the second time this season from a fantastic cross from left-back, Chilwell. 8/10

5. Ben Chiwell
The £50m man from Leicester City delivered a masterclass performance in his blues premier league debut. Was a constant threat going forward and linked up well with Werner on the left wing. His precise passing, dribbling, movement and running characterised the overall display that Chelsea have missed since the days of Ashley Cole. Perhaps, the advice he got from the former Chelsea left-back has being evidently utilized. Forced the opening goal from close range with a well timed shot and supplied a super corner-kick cross for the blues second. Deserving Man-of-the-match display. 9.5/10

6. Jorginho
Was outstanding from start to finish. The Italian was on point with his accurate and perfectly timed distribution across the wings for Chelsea. Kept possession well and was a shinning cog in the midfield zone. Covered a lot of distance for his side without the ball as he made several close-downs and ball recoveries when Palace seemed to attack on the counter. Took both penalty goals well by sending the goalie the wrong directions each time. 9/10

7. Ngolo Kante
Was an assured presence in the midfield. Together with Jorginho, they effectively dominated in the midfield battle. The 29-year old provided the necessary protection for the back four as he tracked back a lot of times with his tireless runnings and resilient man marking. Also contributed in the attacking play serving as an extra man on the wing outlet when Azpilicueta and Hudson-Odoi were stuck on the right. 8/10

8. Kai Havertz
The £72 signing from Bayer Leverkusen delivered a decent but assured performance even though he couldn't find the back of the net and yet to score in the premier league. The German was always surrounded by two or three Palace players whenever in possession. One swift counter attacking drive and a fine lay pass for Werner to place his tame effort at the goalie, showed what he is capable of when in free space and on the bounce. Loss a couple of possession unnecessarily and sluggishly, but did well to track back and help his teammates without the ball. Was a helpful presence as well in set pieces. Assisted the second penalty after being hacked down in the eighteen box. 7.5/10

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