Fresh Frank thinks Blues have a hope

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Tiredness could well play a part in the destiny of the title and the Blues, who travel to Sunderland tomorrow, believe they could have the edge.

Injury lay-offs this season have meant that three of Chelsea's key players, captain John Terry, midfield star Frank Lampard and striker Didier Drogba, should be comparatively fresh.

Lampard, for example, started 36 Premier League matches last season compared to 18 so far this term while Drogba has started 10.

Terry also missed two months with injury. Lampard said: "I feel very fresh. Probably the one benefit from missing three months out injured is I feel good now, when the season is reaching its climax. If the three of us are fresh that might be something in our favour. We're three points behind Manchester United and five behind Arsenal with a game in hand.

"We've been on runs before where we've won 10 out of 10 or near enough and a run like that could win you the title."

Chelsea have no new injuries for tomorrow's match at the Stadium of Light, with Carlo Cudicini continuing in goal.