Roy Hodgson: Having John Pantsil is better than dodging Michael Essien

Michael Essien lies in pain on the Stamford Bridge turf

Michael Essien celebrates scoring the opening goal of the game

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Michael Essien of Ghana in action during the International Friendly match between Ghana and Zambia at Brisbane Road...

Michael Essien celebrates with team-mates

Michael Essien celebrates his second goal

Chelsea's Michael Essien scores his sides second goal

Michael Essien and Sulley Muntari in action for Ghana

Michael Carrick brings down Michael Essien

Steven Gerrard and Michael Essien do battle

Michael Essien: Berth booked for finals in Angola and South Africa

Michael Essien and team-mates booked their place last weekend

Michael Essien: Champions League ambition

Michael Essien's stunning goal gave Chelsea a 9th minute lead

Michael Essien gets stuck in to Liverpool