Chelsea got their Champions League defence off to a perfect start with a 1-0 victory over Zenit St Petersburg.
The Blues dominated the clash at Stamford Bridge and got their reward midway through the second half as Romelu Lukaku header home from a perfectly-placed Cesar Azpilicueta cross.
Thomas Tuchel will be hoping to reclaim the Champions League title
That three points will serve Thomas Tuchel’s side well as they prepare for a tricky trip to face Juventus in Turin on their next Champions League matchday,
Romelu Lukaku secured a 1-0 victory for Chelsea to get their Champions League campaign off to the perfect start
The Blues dominated the first half as Mateo Kovacic and Hakim Ziyech caused problems for Zenit.
Kai Havertz was brought on during the second half and acted as a catalyst for a more clinical display.
Ben Chilwell and Ruben Loftus-Cheek also made their first appearances of the season during the closing stages of the match.
Lukaku will be hoping to make a big impact in the Champions League this term
Antonio Rudiger was an absolute colossus against Zenit St Petersburg. He even managed to nearly get himself on the scoresheet with what would have been a goal of the season contender!