Chelsea
Conte impressed by Morata's return to scoring form
Alvaro Morata's first goal of 2018 will prove "very important" moving forward, according to Antonio Conte.
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte hailed the "character" of Alvaro Morata to overcome his long scoring drought in the FA Cup quarter-final success against Leicester City.
Morata is back amongst the goals
Spain striker Morata broke the deadlock with a well-taken finish in the 42nd minute as last season's beaten finalists prevailed 2-1 in extra time.
It was his first goal of any kind in 2018, marking a successful return to the starting XI having been overlooked for the last three matches.
The 25-year-old went close to a second on a couple of occasions and won praise for his all-round display.
"For Alvaro it was important to score but I am pleased for his performance," Conte told reporters. "He showed great character and to be strong. I think his goal will be very important for the future."