Terry header enough for Chelsea against Roma

Terry's header helped Chelsea move clear at the top of their group
Terry's header helped Chelsea move clear at the top of their group
 

Also In The News

United far too strong for sorry Celtic

Manchester United were far too strong for Celtic at Old Trafford, strolling to a comfortable 3-0 win in the Champions League.

United far too strong for sorry Celtic
 

Wednesday, 22, Oct 2008 10:29

John Terry scored the only goal of the game in a tight match against Roma at Stamford Bridge in the Champions League.

The 1-0 win mean the Blues are now three points clear at the top of Group A after Bordeaux beat CFR Cluj 1-0.

Roma packed their midfield and their tactics worked until midway through the second half when Terry broke the deadlock with a glancing header from Frank Lampard's corner.

In a game of few chances Lampard went closest to scoring in the first half. John Obi Mikel earned a free-kick when Philippe Mexes brought him down on the edge of the penalty box.

Lampard struck a tremendous shot from the dead-ball but could only find the apex of crossbar and goalpost.

Five minutes before the break Terry had to be alert inside the Chelsea penalty box to maintain parity. Francesco Totti produced a fine piece of skill to release Matteo Brighi but his goal-bound effort was diverted by a trademark Terry block.

Blues manager Luiz Felipe Scolari replaced Florent Malouda with Juliano Belletti at half time and it nearly paid dividends immediately.

The Brazilian let fly with an effort from 20 yards out, however, he could not repeat the success he had from similar range against Middlesbrough last weekend.

Chelsea continued to look the brighter of the two sides and Salomon Kalou forced a good save out of Roma goalkeeper Alexander Doni.

Mikel then had a shot which deflected off Nicolas Anelka and nearly wrong-footed Doni only to float over the crossbar.

But the Blues did not have to wait much longer for a goal. Lampard was able to pick Terry out and his flick at the front post was enough to divert it into the bottom corner of the goal.

Lampard went close with another free-kick in the closing stages but Chelsea were happy enough with a result that gives them control of their group at the halfway stage.


Grand National runners that meet the requirements in 2011

There are going to be forty Grand National Runners this Saturday all lining up at Aintree and picking the Grand National winner is always a difficult thing to do.

Gold Cup 2011 odds point to Imperial Commander as the winner

The latest Gold Cup Odds are not only important because they represent how much you can win on the race.

Cheltenham Gold Cup runners and best bets

Fourteen runners have been declared for the Cheltenham Gold Cup 2011 and the question on many people's lips will be.

Cheltenham Gold Cup 2011 runners and odds

The Cheltenham Gold Cup Runners have now been confirmed. As long as there are no late withdrawals there will be 14 Cheltenham Gold Cup runners.

Cheltenham Festival stats and tips should mean more winnings and winners

The Cheltenham Festival 2011 gets underway next week and one of the most popular methods of picking Cheltenham Festival winners is not only to follow tips, but also to take notice of important Cheltenham Festival Stats.

Cheltenham Races odds and tips suggest proven Cheltenham form is key

At long last The Cheltenham Festival 2011 is here and whether punters are going to the course or watching it on TV, everyone will be looking for winning tips for Cheltenham.

Cheltenham races odds and tips can help you find 50/1 winner at the festival

The Cheltenham Festival 2011 gets underway on Tuesday. The highlight of Cheltenham Races on the opening day will be the Champion Hurdle and three days of brilliant racing will follow Tuesday's action.



We're mobile!

Get news, sport and entertainment on your mobile. Text inthenews to 84010 or go to http://m.inthenews.co.uk. There is no charge for this service but the SMS will be charged at your standard operator rate.