The day that Chelsea Football Club would receive their fourth Barclays Premier League trophy began in sad yet understandable fashion. Didier Drogba announced via Instagram that he’d be playing his last game in Chelsea blue that afternoon. He’ll be back soon at the club in a different role – something I hope Lampard, Cole, Cech, and Terry will also emulate. We love you Didier!
Today will be my last game for CFC. I have spoken at length with Jose and he understands I want to… https://t.co/iANxj6zdHz
— Didier Drogba (@didierdrogba) May 24, 2015
It was also the penultimate Premier League appearance for another Chelsea legend…
Breaking news…
Frank Lampard will captain #mcfc today in his final @premierleague game. #cityvsaints pic.twitter.com/abGTBKlDIg
— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 24, 2015
The Class of 2005 made an appearance!
#CFC celebrating the 10th anniversary of the 2005 Premier League win. Heroes past and present on the pitch now @br_uk pic.twitter.com/bmeKr7rCfF
— Garry Hayes (@garryhayes) May 24, 2015
Things weren’t going to plan for Chelsea early on, and it was a bit awkward as well…
Johnson with the assist for Fletcher, after Chelsea fans had, er, made reference to Johnson's court case. He gestures back at them.
— Miguel Delaney (@MiguelDelaney) May 24, 2015
With nearly half an hour gone, a moment that will forever go down in Chelsea history took place…
.@ChelseaFC CARRIED DROGBA OFF THE PITCH! #Legend #BPLonNBC pic.twitter.com/cTfSZPVvyV
— NBC Sports Soccer (@NBCSportsSoccer) May 24, 2015
What a marvellous ovation for Drogba from everybody inside Stamford Bridge. Totally deserved. A true Chelsea legend. #CFCLive
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
https://twitter.com/Mourinholic/status/602488014099619843
After Diego Costa buried the equaliser from the penalty spot and achieved his 20th PL goal, an interesting statistic surfaced.
Games needed to score 20 Premier League goals for Chelsea
Diego Costa: 26
Fernando Torres: 110Upgrade.
— Jake Cohen (@JakeFCohen) May 24, 2015
Unlike his red opposite number, Frankie Lampard had himself a good day…
Super Frank signs-off in style following 609 @premierleague games… #mcfc pic.twitter.com/3EOA1Y6skC
— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 24, 2015
A Loic Remy double gave us a 3-1 victory on the final day of the season.
https://twitter.com/ChelseaFansYT/status/602497018423058432
Now for the trophy.
https://twitter.com/EvanMcMurtrie/status/602523110806523904
José Mourinho has now won the league in 8 of his last 12 seasons in management. Special One. pic.twitter.com/6IfMqt92IX
— Squawka (@Squawka) May 24, 2015
Celebrations on the pitch… #alltheway https://t.co/d4WYvGFSNs
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
It’s been a great season for Chelsea Football Club.
Not bad Chelsea, not bad. #CFC https://t.co/nEgxTWzM59
— Chelsea Youth (@chelseayouth) May 24, 2015
How could you not love this man?
Jose Mourinho raises a toast before his post-match press conference. pic.twitter.com/8qVdOFIIvO
— Chelsea FC News (@Chelsea_FL) May 24, 2015
The possible departure of Petr Cech has been a talking point as well.
Jose says once again that he hopes Petr Cech stays, as one of the great strenghths this season was having two of the best keepers. #CFC
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
And all of you people,you were unbelievable today … As always for last 11 seasons 👌👍 pic.twitter.com/d4RAVwX7XQ
— Petr Cech (@PetrCech) May 24, 2015
King Drogba was given a very special crown from Jose…
Selfie of the year!!!!!!!
Me and the crown 😁😁😁 pic.twitter.com/5BmCqZa1y8— Didier Drogba (@didierdrogba) May 24, 2015
Cesc Fabregas definitely enjoyed the festivities...
https://twitter.com/EvanMcMurtrie/status/602531380044640256
https://twitter.com/CarefreeDaily/status/602556534011342848
The party moved into the locker room next and got a bit crazy! Didier Drogba was the ringleader.
The celebrations have begun in the dressing room! #alltheway https://t.co/v8KsYjOsKN
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
Once again, you know the words… #alltheway https://t.co/M6RgrWxdW2
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
What a day it was!
What a day! Thank you for your support. #alltheway pic.twitter.com/Sgqe5jzv9n
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) May 24, 2015
