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Chelsea are back into the top four of the Premier League as they beat rivals Tottenham by a goal to nil away from home.

A goal from Joao Pedro in the first-half proved the difference between the two sides as the Blues secured their fifth win on the bounce against Spurs.

Joao Pedro gave Chelsea the lead on 34 minutes, with the relentless Moises Caicedo winning the ball back twice for the Blues before poking it to his teammate. Not long before half-time, the visitors were adamant Rodrigo Bentancur should have been sent off for a challenge on Reece James.

However, after a brief VAR check, the challenge was deemed reckless but not serious foul play, leaving Chelsea players incensed. In the second-half, the Blues had a few chances to double their lead, while they kept Tottenham at bay down the other end.

The three points for the west Londoners moves them into the top four. Below, Bobby Vincent rates the Chelsea players based on their performance in north London this evening.

Robert Sanchez - 7

Back in goal after being rested at Wolves. Did really well with crosses with Spurs posing a real threat from set-pieces.

Malo Gusto - 6

Gives away a needless corner on 21 minutes with an overhit pass back towards Sanchez. Can't fault his work-rate and pressing out of possession.

Wesley Fofana - 7

Just his third Premier League start of the season. Did really well. He has been a bit shaky when called upon this term but the Frenchman looked almost back to his best this evening.

Trevoh Chalobah - 7

Very strong in the air. A couple of crucial headers around 22 minutes into the game. Looked back to his best today after a shaky few matches.

Marc Cucurella - 6

Typically aggressive and in a game like this, that is exactly what is needed.

Reece James - 7

The captain did a fine job in midfield. Faultless in possession and gave Chelsea a solid base to build on.

Moises Caicedo - 9

Caicedo does so, so well for Joao Pedro's opener. He wins it off Spurs once and the ball doesn't quite bounce in his favour but then he goes and does it again. The Ecuadorian then managed to poke it to his teammate, who did the rest. Relentless.

Pedro Neto - 5

Not involved in the game as much as he would have liked. When he was, he wasn't at his scintillating best.

Enzo Fernandez - 6

Higher up than usual, with Fernandez occupying the No.10 role in north London. Linked up with Alejandro Garnacho really well, particularly in the first-half.

Alejandro Garnacho - 5

Got the nod ahead of Jamie Gittens. Found himself in some dangerous positions but lacked the end product. Struggled a bit and came off on 66 minutes.

Joao Pedro - 8

One-on-one with Guglielmo Vicario but made it too easy for the Spurs goalkeeper. It didn't matter too much, though, with Joao Pedro making up for it moments later. A nice finish on the turn and one he desperately needed having not scored since August 30.

Jamie Gittens (on for Garnacho 66') - 5

Can count himself a tad unfortunate not to start this one. Came on with about 25 minutes of normal time remaining. Couldn't make too much of an impact but looked a threat. Misses a sitter in stoppage time.

Romeo Lavia (on for Gusto 76') - 6

Brought on to help see the game out and he did just that.

Estevao Willian (on for Neto 85') - N/A

Not enough time to make an impact.

Tosin Adarabioyo (on for Fofana 89') - N/A

Helped see the final few minutes out.