Returning Estevao brings X-factor to strikerless Chelsea

Morgan Rogers swings the match in Chelsea's favour as Estevao Willian dazzles, making a mystery of his limited action under Xabi Alonso this season. Estevao had two goals ruled out for offside against Manchester United Estevao Willian had not started a Premier League match this season before his electric display against Manchester United on Saturday. The 19-year-old winger was an unused substitute for the midweek penalty shootout defeat by Liverpool but was still serenaded with chants from away fans at Anfield. Three days later, after questions had been raised about the Brazil international's lack of opportunities, Chelsea supporters made their feelings clear. Early on against United at Stamford Bridge, supporters chanted "Steve-o", their tongue-in-cheek nickname for the £38m signing from Palmeiras.

This time he was on the field, making things happen in a team that lacked a recognised striker, and the loud backing from the stands appeared justified. Estevao had an early goal ruled out for offside before another fine near-post finish in the second half was disallowed – a marginal decision. At the end of his 86-minute display in the Blues' 2-0 victory, Estevao received a standing ovation from the home crowd and a hug from Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso. He had six shots, the joint-most by a Chelsea player in a Premier League match this season, along