Chelsea closed the gap on Manchester United and a place in the top four of the Premier League to just two points after beating Fulham 2-1 in a west London derby on Sunday.
Goals from Gonzalo Higuain and Jorginho, who netted the winner 14 minutes before the break after Arsenal loanee Calum Chambers had equalised for Fulham, ensured the Blues left Craven Cottage with all three points.
Chelsea stay sixth but have played a game less than nearest rivals Arsenal and United in the race to qualify for next season's UEFA Champions League.