Blues charge on towards title

Chelsea’s relentless push for the Barclays Premiership title gained added momentum as they opened up a 3-0 lead against Portsmouth at Stamford Bridge.

Sat, 22 Jan, 2005 - 15:57

Chelsea’s relentless push for the Barclays Premiership title gained added momentum as they opened up a 3-0 lead against Portsmouth at Stamford Bridge.

Two goals from Didier Drogba and one for Arjen Robben left Pompey facing an unenviable challenge in the second half.

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