Chelsea hit four past Bolton

Chelsea found their old ruthless streak as they defeated Bolton 4-0 in the Premier League at the Reebok Stadium last night. Carlo Ancelotti’s men, who were 10 points behind leaders Manchester United at the start of play, chalked up three valuable...

Chelsea found their old ruthless streak as they defeated Bolton 4-0 in the Premier League at the Reebok Stadium last night.

Carlo Ancelotti’s men, who were 10 points behind leaders Manchester United at the start of play, chalked up three valuable points with the minimum of effort.

Didier Drogba thumped the visitors ahead on 11 minutes after Gretar Steinsson failed to control a simple pass. The Blues striker quickly won possession and smashed a 30-yard dipping drive over Jussi Jaaskelainen.

Chelsea doubled their lead on 41 minutes through Florent Malouda’s angled finish at the second attempt and Nicolas Anelka ended the game as a contest with his 13th goal of the season in the 56th minute after the ball broke to him in the box.

Brazilian midfielder Ramires wrapped up the scoring with his first Chelsea goal on 76 minutes, turning his effort home after fine work by Michael Essien down the left wing.

The victory leaves Chelsea four points behind third-placed Manchester City with Bolton down a place to 10th.

Playing today: 20.30 Blackpool vs Manchester United; 20.45 Wigan vs Aston Villa.

Tomorrow: 20.45 Liverpool vs Fulham.

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