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Chelsea star Juan Mata admits European Champions were flattered by final score

Juan Mata: Spain international scored twice in Chelsea's victory over Nordsjaelland
Image: Juan Mata: Spain international scored twice in Chelsea's victory over Nordsjaelland

Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata has admitted the Blues were flattered by their 4-0 victory over Nordsjaelland in the UEFA Champions League.

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Fellow goalscorer David Luiz was equally impressed by their opponents and was pleased to see the Blues in pole position ahead of back-to-back meetings with Shakhtar Donetsk. "Their philosophy is fantastic, and they have a great coach," he said. "To play there was difficult, so I am happy that we won three points and are top of the group." On his superb goal, the Brazilian added: "I always train hard with the free-kicks and today was a great goal and helped the team."

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