Despite taking the lead through John Terry, Chelsea couldn’t hold on to claim victory against Liverpool on Saturday as the two Premier League giants drew 1-1.
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(Video) Gerrard goal vs Chelsea: Skipper rises to the occasion for Liverpool
Steven Gerrard levelled the contest with a first-half header, and despite chances for both sides, the second period was goalless.
While Jose Mourinho may be frustrated at having failed to win in front of the home supporters, there may well be some modicum of joy at having guaranteed that old foe Liverpool cannot return to the Champions League next season.
Here are the player ratings for the Pensioners:
GK: Thibaut Courtois – 7
Demonstrated his class both aerially and with excellent command of his area. Shot-stopping was impressive as ever and he largely silenced Liverpool’s (admittedly) wayward attacking threat.