Chelsea boss Frank Lampard defended leaving Olivier Giroud at home for their 2-2 draw at Leicester City.

Chelsea finished the game without a recognised striker on the pitch as centre-half Toni Rudiger scored both their goals.

"It was nothing to do with the frame of mind, no," said the Chelsea manager. "But he has had a few days where a lot of scrutiny has been on him and around him.

"I think it is was case of travelling without him. We will all go away for a week away from each other, it's probably what's needed for everyone.

"We will come back and work hard and Olivier is here. Play if he shows himself in training, because that is how I pick the team generally, then he will get his opportunities."