You can't write this stuff.
In what was arguably the biggest Premier League fixture of the season so far, Frank Lampard struck a dagger through the heart of his former club by notching an 85th-minute equalizer that allowed 10-man Manchester City to earn a point against Chelsea.
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The goal, which was Lampard's first since he joined City during the summer, means that the legendary midfielder has now scored against a record number of Premier League clubs.
39 - Frank Lampard has now scored against a record 39 different Premier League clubs. Spread.
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) September 21, 2014
In case you were wondering, Lampard chose against celebrating the goal out of respect for his former team.
Also, Lampard was understandably emotional after the final whistle.
Frank Lampard: "It's a really difficult one. I'd be unprofessional if I came on and didn't do my job so I'm mixed with it. "
— Squawka Football (@Squawka) September 21, 2014
Frank Lampard: "The Chelsea fans were singing my name. It was an emotional day. It's not how I expected to say goodbye to the Chelsea fans."
— Squawka Football (@Squawka) September 21, 2014