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An unimpressive Chelsea could only bring a point back from Champions League newcomers Cluj on a night when Didier Drogba was lost to injury.

Chelsea earned a hard-fought victory in the Midlands this afternoon thanks to goals from José Bosingwa and Nicolas Anelka.

Felipe Scolari was 12-years-old the last time Chelsea lost at Fratton Park and the current side were never in danger as the opening day score was repeated.

Second-half substitute Salomon Kalou rose from the bench to rescue a point and maintain the proud home record.

The European campaign begins in similar fashion to the domestic one, with a big home win.

Ricardo Carvalho, Frank Lampard and Nicolas Anelka complete an emphatic response to an early set-back.

The Blues had to settle for a draw at home to Spurs after an entertaining fixture at Stamford Bridge.

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The winning start and the perfect record at the JJB Stadium continues but like so often at Wigan, it was tight.

Chelsea began the new season with a resounding victory over Portsmouth at Stamford Bridge.

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Captain John Terry answers your questions live this Friday at 7pm

Captain John Terry answers your questions live this Friday at 7pm

Making history with a first Champions League Final appearance, Chelsea lost out on penalties to Manchester United after a penalty shootout concluded an enthralling 120 minutes of football at the Luzhniki Stadium.