5 Chelsea players who performed brilliantly against Manchester City

Chelsea have done something which other teams failed to do this season. During matchday 16 Chelsea ended Manchester City's unbeaten run in the Premier League this season. The citizens were unbeaten in their last 22 Premier League games. Last time they tasted defeat was back in April when they were beaten by Manchester United (2-3) at the Etihad Stadium, Cris smalling scored the winner for Red Devils in the 69th minute.

Blues stunned Manchester City with a stellar performance and secured a 2-0 victory at the bridge. With such a brilliant display against the champions, Chelsea has displayed their capabilities and proven that they are still in the title race.

Here, we look at 5 Chelsea players who played brilliantly against Manchester City.

#5 Kepa Arrizablaga

Chelsea FC v Manchester City - Premier League

The 24-year-old Spanish international was rock solid for Chelsea between the sticks. Kepa made 4 saves in the match, most notably saving sane's shot and Gaberial Jesus's shot in the first and second half respectively.

He also helped in the build-up process and showed his passing skills from the back. The Spaniard has now 8 clean sheets in the Premier League, and he is at the 2nd place behind Alisson in the golden gloves race.

#4 Rudiger

Antonio Rudiger is one of the consistent performers for Chelsea this season. The German international continued his excellent form against the Manchester City as well. He kept Manchester's City attack under his control.

Rudiger made some crucial interceptions in the match and provided constant support to Azpilicueta on the right side. Rudiger is yet to miss a Premier League game for Chelsea. Rudiger will play a significant role in Chelsea's title bid this season.

#3 Ngolo Kante

Since the season has started the questions were asked regarding the change in Kante's position. Many Football pundits believe that Kante cannot play as a Center Midfielder. However, time and again Maurizio Sarri has said that he won't play him as Defensive Midfielder. The French World Cup winner was at his best against the Citizens.

His 45th-minute strike opened the scoresheet for Chelsea. Eden Hazard provided the Assist. Kante played a vital player in the midfield for Chelsea, he made great interceptions in the midfield and kept constant pressure on the Manchester City's midfield.

#2 Azpilicueta

French International and Chelsea's captain was busy throughout the match. He performed his job brilliantly and kept Sane and Sterling quiet. The 29 years Right back was one of the pillars in Chelsea defence. He made 13 tackles in the match which is highest in a single Premier League match this season. However, his crossing was not up to the mark. In total, Azpilicueta kept Sterling and Sane quiet and didn't give them the space to run.

#1 David Luiz

The most surprising performer for Chelsea in the match was none than then their Center Back, David Luiz. From day one he is being criticised by the Chelsea fans and wanted Sarri to drop him. But, Sarri trusted him and he finally gave the performance required from him. David Luiz ended his 14 months goal drought with his 78th-minute strike against the champions, Manchester City. He placed the ball on the left side of the keeper with his looping header.

Not only he scored the second goal for Chelsea he also played a vital role in the first goal. Hid aerial ball to Pedro started the attack for Chelsea. There is no doubt Luiz's aerial balls are Precise and effective.

The Brazilian international also made efficient tackles in the match. With performance like this Luiz has shown his capability and performances like this will help him in winning the fans support, which he wanted desperately.