8 Frank Lampard Goals Chelsea Fans Will Never Forget
6. Chelsea 4 Napoli 1, Stamford Bridge: March 14, 2012
During a Champions League tie that many thought was over for Chelsea, Frank Lampards crucial penalty contributed to one of the greatest European nights in the clubs history. After a poor performance at the Stadio San Paolo in the first leg against Napoli, Chelsea returned to Stamford Bridge knowing they must score and not concede to their Italian opponents if they were to have any chance of fulfilling Roman Abramovichs goal of a Champions League trophy. On a night that most fans will not forgot in a hurry, Chelsea turned on the style to produce a comeback that has almost become a signature of the club in Europe over the past several years. After two headers from Didier Drogba and Captain John Terry gave fans hope that they could pull off the impossible, Lampard stepped up to take a penalty that would put his side in front and in a position to win a game so many thought they had no chance of winning. Was it really ever in doubt? Lampards penalty record has been almost impeccable over the years, rarely missing despite the undoubted pressure that comes with scoring from 12 yards. Smashing the ball past the keeper, Lampard scored giving his side the belief that they could on and win the whole competition. A final goal from Branislav Ivanovic sealed the victory for Chelsea, who would go on to win the Champions League final against Bayern Munich under none other than Frank Lampards captaincy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfKoR6TA2J0
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