How Chelsea rated...

Marks out of 10 for Chelsea at their Champions League clash with Porto.

Petr Cech Made a smart save from Benni McCarthy and continues to add to his reputation as Europe's finest goalkeeper. How Arsenal could do with such a reliable performer. 7 out of 10

Paulo Ferreira Coped admirably with the threat of his former team-mate, the gifted Maniche, but little opportunity to get forward. 6 out of 10

John Terry Suffered the rare indignity of being beaten in the air twice by McCarthy early on and was given a torrid time by the powerful South African striker. 6 out of 10

Ricardo Carvalho Provides composure and class alongside Terry's energetic leadership in what is emerging as the best central-defensive pairing in the Premiership. 7 out of 10

William Gallas Kept his cool admirably in the face of some horrendous racist abuse, but was at fault for Porto's winner. 5 out of 10

Alexei Smertin The Russian became all hot and flustered on a cold Iberian evening, rushing into a series of reckless challenges for which he was deservedly booked. 5 out of 10

Scott Parker Blamed by Mourinho for failing to close down Diego's shot before Porto's first goal, and a Carling Cup winner's medal is all he can hope for in the New Year. 6 out of 10

Frank Lampard Relished the greater freedom afforded him by a slight positional change to the head of the midfield diamond, but missed two straightforward chances to kill the game. 6 out of 10

Wayne Bridge Given a rare outing on the left of a midfield diamond, but his energetic runs were undermined by poor distribution. Appears out of favour with Mourinho. 5 out of 10

Damien Duff Damien Duff: For a good old Irish leftie Duff is increasingly comfortable out on the right wing, repeatedly tormenting the Porto defence until being substituted just before the hour. 7 out of 10

Didier Drogba The Ivorian heavyweight looked slightly ring-rusty after his lengthy lay-off but was a formidable presence in the air. Should keep his place against Arsenal. 6 out of 10

Substitutes: Arjen Robben: Dreadful dive on his introduction and contributed little else. 5 Tiago: Barracked for his Benfica connections and had no response. 5 Mateja Kezman: Worked hard but not a physical threat. 5

The manager: Jose Mourinho A night to forget for the Portuguese coach, who was given a polite reception from the public if not his former Porto players. Sure to bounce back with a bang against Arsenal. 5

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