Chelsea midfielder Willian wants his team-mates to take confidence from Saturday's win against Stoke as they close in on the Premier League title. Jose Mourinho's side are seven points clear at the top of the table after beating the Potters 2-1 at Stamford Bridge courtesy of goals from Eden Hazard and Loic Remy. And Willian, who played a part in Remy's winner, believes the Blues must continue in the same vein if they are to stay at the summit. Chelsea midfielder Willian weaves his way past Ryan Shawcross during his side's 2-1 win on Saturday . The Brazilian wants his team-mates to remain focused in their final eight games of the season . Speaking to club website chelseafc.com, Willian said: 'I think we played very well [against Stoke], we have confidence and possession and we have to continue in the same way. 'We have to continue to be strong and concentrate and we have to get points game by game and this is the way. 'Now we have to stay focused and stay strong because there are difficult games coming and we have to prepare.' Loic Remy is mobbed by his Chelsea team-mates after scoring the winning goal against Mark Hughes' side . Blues boss Jose Mourinho has given his squad the confidence to perform, according to Willian . Mourinho won two Premier League titles with Chelsea during his first spell at Stamford Bridge and Willian is convinced that his manager will play a key role during their remaining eight games. 'He [Joe Mourinho] is a great manager and he gives confidence, he gives everything to the players and we try to win all the games,' added the Brazilian. 'He explains what we have to do on the pitch and he is a very good coach and he has history in football so I am very happy to work with him.'
Chelsea beat Stoke 2-1 on Saturday to go seven points clear at the top.
Willian wants his side to play in the same manner in their last eight games.
The Brazilian has praised Jose Mourinho for giving his squad confidence.
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