Nicolas Anelka opened the scoring just before halftime and goals early in the second half from Michael Ballack and Ashley Cole rewarded some slick play from Carlo Ancelotti's team.
Chelsea have won their opening four games of the season, carrying on their form at the back of last season under Guus Hiddink when they ended with five consecutive league wins.
English League
Holders Manchester United will play Wolverhampton Wanderers at home in the third round of the English League Cup after the draw was made on Saturday. United's clash with Wolves is one of five all-Premier-League ties while League One (third division) Leeds United's home draw against Liverpool promises a great atmosphere.
Tottenham Hotspur, runners-up last season and winners in 2007-08, travel to Championship side Preston North End while Chelsea have a home tie against Queen's Park Rangers.
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