Chelsea got back to winning ways in the Premier League on Saturday as they enjoyed a 2-0 win over Sheffield United at Stamford Bridge.

The home side created little in a quiet first half against a well-organised defence, leaving much for manager Mauricio Pochettino to do at the break. The Blues came out much stronger in the second half with Raheem Sterling and Cole Palmer swapping positions.

That switch provided swift dividends as Sterling beat his man before assisting Palmer for the opener in the 54th minute.

Chelsea then doubled their lead on the hour mark when Nicolas Jackson tapped in as Palmer, who was the star man for the Blues on the day, was involved again to register the assist.

Relegation-battling Sheffield United didn't offer much response as the hosts controlled the remainder of the match to seal back-to-back league wins at Stamford Bridge for the first time this season.

Chelsea eventually got it right after making the attacking switch at half-time, while there was also promise from the midfield partnership of Moisés Caicedo and Conor Gallagher, who were both dominant in their battles across the match. Their display might make it difficult for Pochettino to bring midfielder Enzo Fernández back into the fold.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino hailed Cole Palmer's "massive" contribution to the Blues' attack after the former Manchester City youngster registered a goal and an assist in Saturday's hard-fought victory over Sheffield United.

"For me he's a playmaker - a player who can link the team," Pochettino told BBC Match of the Day. "He also has the capacity to score goals and give assists.

"The contribution of Cole Palmer from day one has been massive."