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Chelsea 3-0 West Ham: Tammy Abraham's late double and Thiago Silva header hoists Blues into fifth, sinking lacklustre Hammers

Thiago Silva’s leap was more akin to that of an NBA star rather than an ageing central defender.

But there he was - soaring through the air with the timing and grace of a basketballer at the height of his powers.

You forget he’s on the wrong side of his 30s. Not that he looks it.

Tammy Abraham's double in the rain secured Chelsea three points against West Ham

Tammy Abraham's double in the rain secured Chelsea three points against West Ham

What a signing the Brazilian has been for Chelsea. Not only has he played a pivotal role in sorting out what was once a worryingly leaky defence; he’s popping up at the other end of the pitch, too.