Chelsea boss Roberto di Matteo knows they must win their remaining games to stay in top four contention.

They sit five points adrift of the Champions League places and Di Matteo accepts it is time to climb the table - starting with Saturday's clash with Aston Villa.

"We need to win points in the Premier League. We have played Stoke, City and Spurs," he said.

"It's difficult against Stoke. They drew at White Hart Lane and at Manchester City, so we know how strong they are.

"We're in good form and shape, though. The spirit's good and we'll try to take that into the next game.

"When you win, the confidence flows into the players and team. We'll try and take that into the next game."