Cote d'Ivoire: Drogba Honored Before Chelsea - Galatasaray

Stamford Bridge was not mistaken. The fetish lair of Chelsea paid tribute to Dider Drogba Tuesday during his return to London for the knockouts return leg match of the Champions League.

The Ivorian striker who found a stadium where he spent 8 years of his career was awarded a "Silver Boot" in honor of his service to the Blues. Drogba was applauded before the game upon his entry for warming. He also recalled his mentor Jose Mourinho that he went to kiss before kickoff.

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