The top three are separated by one point and two goals.
Chelsea have won seven games in a row but Conte knows Saturday’s clash at the Etihad will be massive.
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Victor Moses scored the winner for Chelsea against Tottenham
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Chelsea moved back to the top of the table with a seventh win in a row
“It’s a big test because Man City are a fantastic team, but Saturday was a good test for us,” Conte said.
“Now we are a different team to two months ago. It would have been very difficult to win the Tottenham game if we were the same team as two months ago.
“I love the mentality of my players, I saw a great attitude and great commitment from all of them. I see the will to change something from the past, now it’s important to continue.”
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Chelsea had to come from behind against Spurs and Conte hailed the supporters’ impact on the match.
“On Saturday our fans were very important," he said. “They pushed us and supported us a lot during the game. We knew the importance of the game for our fans.
“It was a special game, we haven’t lost it for over 25 years, I know this, and Tottenham were unbeaten. After this game I can say they deserved to arrive before it unbeaten, they’ve shown they are a great team.
“It’s important for our fans to live the game with great intensity and passion because they can transfer this to the players. Stamford Bridge is perfect if we are able to create the right atmosphere, it’s really important for us.”