Drogba scores his 150th goal for Chelsea

Didier Drogba

Didier Drogba cemented his name in Chelsea folklore with his 150th goal for the club this morning, but it was not enough to prevent a 3-1 home defeat by Aston Villa in the Premier League.

The 33-year-old striker’s 23rd-minute spot kick helped the Ivory Coast international join Stamford Bridge greats Peter Osgood and Roy Bentley on 150 goals.

Drogba scored from the penalty spot where the late Osgood’s ashes are buried and after converting his kick he pointed to the spot, waved at the crowd and blew a kiss.

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