Gunners sunk by Drogba double
Chelsea's win was never in doubt after Drogba's first strike
Didier Drogba's brace put Chelsea back on top of the Barclays Premier League as Arsenal's title hopes were all but ended with a 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge.
The Ivory Coast international continued his fine record against the Gunners by hitting home at the far post following a flick by captain John Terry.
He smashed in a second goal midway through the first half.
Arsenal played well in patches and held posession for long periods but came up short when it really mattered.
The outcome was never in doubt after Drogba's first strike.
When Arsenal did manage to get past the imposing Terry, they were woefully wasteful with Andrey Arshavin the main culprit.
Drogba's 21st goal of the season was the perfect start for Carlo Ancelotti's side
Drogba should have completed a fine hat-trick but his 83rd minute free-kick from 20 yards cannoned back off the crossbar.
In the end, it was of little consequence, leaving Terry to enjoy a welcome moment of elation in front of his adoring fans as Chelsea climbed back to the Premier League summit.
- mirrorfootball.uk.com
Published Feb 8 2010
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