UNSUNG HEROES

Share Deco continued his fine start to life in the Barclays Premier League, scoring his second goal in as many games to help Chelsea beat Wigan 1-0 at the JJB Stadium.
The Portugal midfielder lashed home a free-kick in the third minute to hand the Blues three points against a resilient Latics side.

Luiz Felipe Scolari's men were a shadow of the side that romped to a 4-0 victory over Portsmouth in last weekend's opener, but with two wins from two the Brazilian coach has already stolen a march on title rivals Arsenal and Manchester United.

Wigan were forced into a late change after goalkeeper Chris Kirkland injured his back in the pre-match warm-up.

Kirkland's late withdrawal saw Mike Pollitt promoted to the starting XI, while Titus Bramble was also handed a recall in place of key defender Paul Scharner who was not in the squad.

Player of the Match : Deco (Chelsea)