Chelsea hammer West Ham 5-0 in dominant display

Young Blues side impress with goals from Palmer, Gallagher, Madueke and Jackson

Chelsea produced a devastating attacking display to thrash West Ham 5-0 at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, with Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson starring for the Blues.

The Hammers were outplayed from start to finish as Chelsea dominated possession and created a host of chances. Cole Palmer opened the scoring after just three minutes, with Conor Gallagher doubling the lead shortly afterwards.

Madueke made it three before half-time, with Jackson adding two more after the break to complete the rout. The result leaves West Ham's hopes of European qualification in tatters, while Chelsea move up to fourth in the Premier League table.

Chelsea player ratings

GK Djordje Petrovic - 7/10: Rarely tested but did what was necessary to pick up a clean sheet.

DF Levi Colwill - 7/10: Solid defensively and provided an attacking threat down the right flank.

DF Xavier Mbuyamba - 7/10: Composed on the ball and made some important interceptions.

DF Dylan Williams - 7/10: Made some timely tackles and clearances.

MF Conor Gallagher - 8/10: Scored one goal and created several others.

MF Carney Chukwuemeka - 7/10: Industrious in midfield and helped to control the game.

MF Omari Hutchinson - 7/10: Showed his creativity and passing range.

FW Noni Madueke - 9/10: Was a constant threat to the West Ham defence and scored a superb goal.

FW Nicolas Jackson - 8/10: Scored two goals and was a handful for the West Ham backline.

FW Cole Palmer - 7/10: Opened the scoring and was a lively presence up front.

Manager Mark Robinson - 8/10: Set his team up perfectly and got them playing with confidence.