Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti is very pleased to have started the season well as his side scored six for the second week running as they run out comfortable 6-0 winners against Wigan Athletic on Saturday.
Striker Nicholas Anelka and substitute Saloman Kalou both scored twice, while Florent Malouda and Yossi Benayoun also added one each, to maintain the champion’s impressive start to the season.
However Ancelotti believes his Chelsea side didn’t have it all their own way.
“It was a tough game and we had a lot of difficulties in the first half.” Ancelotti told Sky Sports News.
“Wigan played very well and used a lot of energy in the first half.
“In the second half it was a lot easier for us and the match was quite open.”
Ancelotti also believes that the difference in philosophy between English football and that of his native country contributed to the scoreline.
"There is a different mentality [in Italy],” he continued. “I think Wigan tried to come back into the match in the second half.
"But there was more space for our strikers and we are doing very well on the counter attack now."
The Chelsea boss was also quick to praise his players who were disappointing in the World Cup in South Africa.
“The World Cup was a different story.
“They have come back with strong motivation and are playing very well.”
Despite the 6-0 win, which saw Chelsea go back to the top of the league, Ancelotti dismissed claims that his side has an early advantage.
"I don't think this could be an advantage now.
“We have to continue to play well and to win. It is important to start well this season and We are doing this so we are happy."
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