The Italian’s problems peaked on Sunday when Chelsea suffered their heaviest defeat for 28 years in a 6-0 thrashing at Manchester City. The former England midfielder helped Chelsea win the Premier League and Champions League among other prizes and is regarded as one of the club’s all-time greats. Lampard backed Chelsea to show resilience and respond to the humiliating defeat at the Etihad Stadium, a setback which leaves their top four hopes in turmoil. Lampard, who had a brief spell at City at the end of his career, admitted he was stunned to see Chelsea out-classed. It doesn’t happen to Chelsea much so when it does it’s a shock,” Lampard said.

Source: The Express Tribune February 12, 2019 07:41 UTC