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Mourinho: Only trophies will decide Chelsea reputation

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho insists the current team can only be judged on trophies.

The Blues have enjoyed a blistering start to the new campaign - unbeaten in 12 Premier League matches, winning 10, while leading Champions League Group G.

"Only John Terry and Didier Drogba have won things with Chelsea, no­ one else in the team," he told reporters.

"These guys have to win if they want to be seen as a great team. They have to win. It is not just about playing beautiful football or being autumn champions."

Comparisons with Arsenal's Invincibles of 2003-2004 have been drawn, but Mourinho is remaining grounded.

He added: "When they win trophies we can compare them with other teams."

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