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Gary Neville likens Hakim Ziyech to Man City ace Riyad Mahrez after awarding the Chelsea winger Man of the Match for his impressive performance in the Blues' derby day victory over Tottenham

Gary Neville praised Hakim Ziyech as he compared the Chelsea midfielder to Manchester City ace Riyad Mahrez after the Blues' derby day victory over Tottenham.

Ziyech helped Thomas Tuchel's side put an end to their mixed recent form after brushing aside Spurs at Stamford Bridge.

The 28-year-old curled home a stunning strike to open the scoring before Thiago Silva's bullet header wrapped up the three points.

Gary Neville heaped the praise on Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech (pictured) after their derby day victory
Gary Neville likened Ziyech to Man City star Riyad Mahrez (pictured) after Chelsea's win

Gary Neville likened Hakim Ziyech (left) to Man City star Riyad Mahrez (right) after Chelsea's win

Former Manchester United defender Neville was impressed with Ziyech's performance, awarding him the Man of the Match and likening him to three-time Premier League winner Mahrez.