DYC.

This is what can happen when you actually give young players a fair chance. I can only hope Ryan's case is the first of many to come.

I've said this so many times before and I'll say it again, Cole is one of the best fullbacks ever. Only few could match the level of his contribution both in offense and defence.

My exact reaction. He'll probably be a bit rusty though, will be interesting to see how he does alongside Ess. Don't know what think about Malouda playing behind Torres, would be very surprised if it worked. Bos in the starting line-up always makes me uncomfortable but it's good to see Sturridge in the starting line-up. Let's get that win.

The whole away goal thing only counts when both teams have scored the same amount of goals after both legs have been played .

I've been wondering.. Are there any real reasons not to stick with Roberto?

If only football was that pure. It's all about money, we wouldn't be in the position we are in right now if it wasn't for money.

Money attracts quality players.

Fair enough, that's just one player though. And while he is a good player, he's laughably wasteful.

Good point but I still think we could've kept a similar line-up in multiple games. But then again, he won 4 out of 5 games so he knows best.

Spurs got Parker and Ade but who are the good players that joined Pool? No Luiz and Mikel.. I have to say I dislike how RDM keeps switching personel. But come on Chelsea!

Torres should stop moving to the sides so much though, get into the area.

Fernando is looking really good, sadly his team mates aren't. Come on Chelsea!

Amen . I like Benfica and would've loved for them to reach the semis but sadly we will have to beat you guys.

I don't know what you're doing Roberto but keep on doing it!

Cole for me, he was incredible.

Essien doesn't look tired at all haha.

Drogba pulled off a Busquets.

I totally forgot Kalou was still on the pitch..

This is the Obi I like to see. More advanced role and more urgency in his play. This way he's an asset to the team.

The great thing about Messi is that I don't even think about his statistics. Just watching him play, magical and majestic.

The 'bought succes' had to have a negative side to it.

The last thing you should do is give Benitez money. He buys average players for world-class prices.. (few exceptions of course). He would be a nightmare considering our current state.

That's it, I'm done. I thought Roman and the board finally learned their lesson and saw the bigger picture. This is not how you run a football club. Good luck Villas-Boas and may God help his succesor.

I'd rather give Villas-Boas that kind of money, he'd create a more entertaining side. My point was our poor squad is the problem. Not just individually but also collectively as we lack variety.

People calling for Mourinho make me laugh. He would have to spend 400 mil to get us back to what we used to be.