Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas says they can be happy being alive in all competitions.

AVB readily acknowledges that one of the biggest differences since he moved to England is the competitiveness and the styles of play which you have to combat.

"What's interesting about the Premier League is that different teams challenge you in different ways from game to game," he told chelseafc.com. "There are dramatic differences from team to team.

"It's very gratifying that we are still in all competitions, and we have a good chance in all of the competitions we are in. A lot of teams are looking like they will be competing for the Premier League title, most of the top teams are still in the Carling Cup, we are in a good position in the Champions League and the FA Cup is yet to start, so we have a very good chance on all fronts."