Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti admits Manchester City are title contenders after yesterday's defeat. The victory was City's third in succession against Chelsea, after they completed the league double last season, and although Roberto Mancini has already written off his side's title chances, his opposite number is not so sure.

Ancelotti said: "It's not a good place for us. Manchester City are a very good team. They are growing quickly and will be an opponent for the title."