Man U waendelea kufungwa: Chelsea 3 Man United 1
Chelsea inflicted a knockout blow on Manchester United's hopes of making a successful defence of the Barclays Premier League and kept their title bid on track with a comprehensive victory at Stamford Bridge.
Jose Mourinho's side moved two points behind leaders Arsenal after Samuel Eto'o scored a hat-trick - his fourth, fifth and sixth Premier League goals of the season - in a 3-1 victory which exposed the numerous shortcomings which leave United 14 points adrift of the summit.
Perhaps more crucial for David Moyes and United, whose reply came from substitute Javier Hernandez, is the deficit to the Champions League qualification places.
Hero: Samuel Eto'o (centre) scored a hat-trick to help Chelsea defeat Manchester United at Stamford Bridge
Opener: Eto'o (left) gave Chelsea the lead after his shot was deflected by Michael Carrick (right)
Well done: Cesar Azpilicueta (left) runs towards Eto'o to celebrate Chelsea's opening goal
Battle: David Luiz (centre) put in an energetic performance for Chelsea against United
Brace: Eto'o's second goal of the game came at a crucial time for Chelsea
Helpless: David Moyes (centre) gestures during Chelsea's victory over United at Stamford Bridge
Time: Eto'o (left) was given too much space inside United's penalty area before scoring his second
Spectacle: David Beckham was one of a hosts of famous faces in attendance at Stamford Bridge
Blown away: Adnan Januzaj (left) and Danny Welbeck stand dejected after Chelsea's second goal
Hot streak: Chelsea players celebrates Eto'o's (right) second goal of the game against United
Lone man: Danny Welbeck (right) gets past Ramires during Chelsea's win against United
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