Last night's 3-0 win over Fulham means Manchester United now have a 10-point advantage over the Stamford Bridge club.

However, Cech is not throwing in the towel, although he acknowledges the Blues do not have many points to play with.

The Czech goalkeeper believes a win over Aston Villa tomorrow will keep the Blues in contention for the title, although he does concede a draw would make a difference.

He explained on Chelsea TV: "Regarding the table and the position we are now in, we need to try and win, I think a draw won't change anything except our chances for the title.

"But this is the first game where we should start our run, because if we are going to catch Manchester United we have to keep winning every game."

Guus Hiddink will be in charge of the Blues for tomorrow's match at Villa Park for the first time - although he watched last week's FA Cup defeat of Watford from the Vicarage Road stands.