Didier Drogba led Chelsea past Liverpool in the Champions League semi-final OTD in 2008

Didier Drogba scored twice against Liverpool in semi-final as Chelsea marched on to final of Champions League in 2008 on this day, April 30.  Chelsea vs Liverpool Champions League 2007-08 clash was an example of a thrilling European football battle between two fierce English giants. Here's a look at that performance from Drogba vs Liverpool 2008. 

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Chelsea vs Liverpool Champions League 2007-08: First leg ends in a draw

first leg of Champions League clash was played at Anfield. game ended in a draw with both sides scoring once each and tie would n be decided at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea h opportunity to play ir first-ever Champions League final if y could defeat Liverpool at home. 

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Chelsea vs Liverpool Champions League 2007-08: Drogba vs Liverpool 2008

In 32nd minute of game at Stamford Bridge, Drogba scored from a 12-yard strike giving his side a much-needed le on aggregate in tie. However, Liverpool's . 9 Fernando Torres scored  equaliser in second half, with end-to-end football on display at Stamford Bridge. Neir side could take le in initial 90 minutes, and tie was w to be decided by extra-time play. 

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Chelsea vs Liverpool Champions League 2007-08: Drogba seals win

Despite having a goal chalked off for offside, Chelsea took le in tie. Frank Lampard converted from spot after Michael Ballack was fouled inside penalty area. Minutes later, it was Drogba again for Chelsea as he struck ball into net from a low cross, extending ir le by two goals. Although Ryan Babel scored a 35-yard stunner in closing minutes of game, he could only dent deficit, with Chelsea vancing to final of Champions League. 

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