Jody Morris beats Dion Dublin to the ball as the sides seem evenly matched in the opening minutes

Mario Melchiot is in the thick of the action as Chelsea look to make the most of their home advantage

Eidur Gudjohnsen is congratulated by his team-mates after scoring Chelsea's first goal in the 43rd minute

Defender Olof Mellberg tackles Gudjohnson as visiting Villa struggle in vain to take control of the match

The Villa defence can only watch as Chelsea push forward positively in an attempt to extend their lead

Frank Lampard's goal ensures Chelsea take all three points and move up to second place behind Arsenal