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Throwback to 2005: Relive Lampard's pivotal performance that eclipsed Okocha's influence, as Chelsea triumphed over Bolton to lift their first Premier League trophy.
The events of Chelsea’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Bolton on April 30, 2005, have been relived.
Bolton vs Chelsea
Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea clinched their first league title in half a century with a 2-0 victory over a determined Bolton side at the Reebok Stadium.
The tension was palpable, with Bolton, led by star playmaker Jay-Jay Okocha, fighting for a place in Europe while Chelsea stood on the cusp of Premier League glory for the first time.
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The first half was a cagey affair, marked by strong tackles and limited clear chances.
Bolton’s well-drilled defence successfully contained Chelsea’s attacking threats, restricting them to shots from distance.
The breakthrough finally arrived in the second half when Frank Lampard opened the scoring on the hour mark.
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Picking up the ball outside the box, his well-struck shot found the bottom corner, giving Jussi Jaaskelainen no chance.
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Bolton responded with greater urgency, pushing forward in search of an equaliser.
However, the away side’s defence remained steadfast, marshalled expertly by John Terry.
With 15 minutes remaining, Lampard sealed the victory and the title. A swift Chelsea counter-attack saw him receive the ball in space, and he calmly slotted it past Jaaskelainen, igniting celebrations among the travelling support.
The final whistle blew, confirming Chelsea’s long-awaited Premier League triumph, a landmark achievement for the club under Mourinho.
That success saw the Portuguese become the first manager in the Premier League era to claim the title in their first season at a club, a feat that has now been emulated by five more: Carlo Ancelotti (2009-10), Manuel Pellegrini (2013-14), Claudio Ranieri (2015-16), Antonio Conte (2016-17) and Arne Slot (2024-25).
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What’s next for Chelsea?
In the present day, Chelsea are currently not Premier League-contending quality, but they remain in contention for silverware, as they chase Conference League success in Europe.
Enzo Maresca’s Blues face Djurgardens in the semi-final first leg on Thursday, keen to record a positive result in Sweden.
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