Michael Essien scored the only goal in Chelsea's pre-season friendly game against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
The Blues offered a start to promising youngsters Daniel Sturridge and Franco Di Santo in the delayed kick-off at Selhurst Park whilst veteran goalkeeper Petr Cech captained the side with Michael Essien taking his place in the middle of the park.
it good to see essien back in form scoring after a long injury