Frank Lampard was axed by Chelsea’s ex-boss Roman Abramovich back in January 2021. His shock return was meant as a quick fix until season’s end. Now, all eyes are on Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg against reigning champs Real Madrid.
Man United and Newcastle Thrash Rivals to Cement Top Four Spots
Manchester United and Newcastle both cruised to vital Premier League wins over Everton and Brentford. But United boss Erik ten Hag slammed the jam-packed fixture list after Marcus Rashford hobbled off late in the game, demanding better player protection.
Newcastle’s 2-1 win marked their fifth straight victory, pushing them above United on goal difference and adding fresh drama to the fierce top-four battle.
Son Heung-min Makes Premier League History as Spurs Edge Brighton
Tottenham squeezed past Brighton 2-1, crowned by Son Heung-min hitting 100 Premier League goals — a first for any Asian player. Aston Villa kept up their flying form under Unai Emery, beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 at home.
West Ham boosted their survival hopes with a 1-0 win at Fulham, while Bournemouth climbed out of the drop zone with a narrow 1-0 win at Leicester.
Lampard’s Chelsea Return Fizzles as Top Four Fight Heats Up
Despite much fanfare, Lampard’s comeback at Chelsea has failed to ignite a revival. The Blues continue to falter, struggling for consistency. With Premier League’s top four more competitive than ever, the race for Champions League football is set to explode in the coming weeks.
