Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has acknowledged that his side are in an extremely strong position at the top of the Premier League with nine games remaining in their season.

The Blues extended their lead over Manchester City to six points with a 3-2 victory over Hull City as they overcame a spirited comeback from the Tigers at the KC Stadium, which included a rare mistake from keeper Thibaut Courtois.

Mourinho told BBC Sport: "Thibaut Courtois is a big player. He made a mistake but the important thing was to be there in the second half for the team and he was.

"Our position is our best since the start of the season. The maximum distance we've had is eight points with the same number of matches.

"Now it's six and a match in hand with nine matches to go. After the international break will go back to one match per week, except our game in hand. I believe we can finish the season very strong."

Chelsea are next in action against Stoke City at Stamford Bridge on April 4.