Hiddink delighted as Chelsea finally turn on the style


Football Soccer - Chelsea - Guus Hiddink Press Conference - Chelsea Training Ground - 12/2/16 Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink during the Press Conference Action Images via Reuters / Matthew Childs

LONDON (Reuters) - Chelsea finally produced a performance befitting of champions to demolish Newcastle United 5-1 on Saturday and give Guus Hiddink his first home Premier League win since returning as coach.

Despite being unbeaten in 12 matches in all competitions since Hiddink was named interim manager following Jose Mourinho's sacking, Chelsea have not been convincing, especially at Stamford Bridge where they have drawn five games.

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