Didier Drogba put Chelsea back on top of the Premier League. Ivory Coast’s international scored first goal in the eighth minute , courtesy of a glancing header from Terry.
Chelsea captain produced a commanding performance at the heart of the defense. The outcome was never in doubt once Chelsea’s talisman figure Drogba had put them in front with a simple volley at the far post. Drogba’s 21st goal of the season was the perfect start for Carlo Ancelotti’s side and with their confidence sufficiently rocked, Arsenal failed to respond before the Ivory Coast striker added his second. Arsenal’s remaining title chances were dealt a killer blow by Drogba’s 22nd goal of the season in the 22nd minute. Frank Lampard was given the freedom of Stamford Bridge to run 30 yards before supplying the Ivory Coast striker with a simple pass. Arsenal enjoyed plenty of possession but the final ball was poor and Chelsea, led by the unruffled Terry, were tigerish to the end. The victory restored Chelsea’s two-point lead over Manchester United at the top of the table and, more significantly, increased the gap over third-placed Arsenal to nine. In the end, Terry to enjoy a welcome moment of elation in front of his adoring fans as Chelsea climbed back to the Premier League summit.
   
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