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Conte hails Hazard's performance as 'amazing'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has labelled Eden Hazard’s performance as “amazing” following his charges 2-1 Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid.
The Blues came from 1-0 down to claim victory in Spain with goals from Alvaro Morata and Michy Batshuayi - the latter coming in the 93rd minute – claiming a stunning win in a very even tie in Group C, that leaves Chelsea top of the standings.
But it was man of the match Hazard - rather than the goalscorers - that Conte singled out as the key man in his side’s victory, with his assist for Morata’s opener proving pivotal to the tie. Hazard ran the midfield for the Blues, passing defenders at will and shining as the star in a tie brimming with world-class talent.
"Our performance was very good so I am very pleased for my players," Conte said post-match.
"When you go 1-0 down it’s very difficult to come back, but we continued to play very well in the second-half and concentrated well. We deserved to win.
"I think we prepared for the game very well. My players showed me great desire, will and concentration.
"They showed we deserved to play these types of games.
"We must be very happy because Eden Hazard’s performance was amazing and it was the first big game for him after his injury.
"His answer was fantastic and positive. He had a great link with Alvaro Morata and I am happy for Michy Batshuayi but also Willian played very well.
"Andreas Christensen played well and with great personality too."
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