Frank Lampard Sends Chelsea Fans Heartfelt Message After He Led Everton to Victory Over the Blues

• Frank Lampard has broken his silence after he helped Everton beat his former side, Chelsea, at Goodison Park
• Lampard apologised for inflicting pain on Chelsea fans after the Toffees' 1-0 win, adding that it was a critical moment for his side
• Richarlison scored the only goal of the match which separated the two teams as Everton boosted their Premier League survival chances

Chelsea hero Frank Lampard has sent the club's supporters a special message following their reunion on Sunday, May 1, as Everton boss.

Lampard took charge of Toffees at the end of January 2022, making a return to football management almost a year after he was sacked by the Blues.

His spell at Goodison Park has been marked with highs and lows, with the Merseyside outfit currently battling for Premier League survival.

However, Lampard led them to a 1-0 vital win at home over the weekend against Chelsea - in a result that left a section of Blues fans angry with their former midfielder and manager.

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Frank Lampard apologises to Chelsea fans for Everton's victory

The 43-year-old has now taken the time to apologise to Chelsea fans for leading Everton to victory against them at Goodison Park.

He further pleaded with the supporters to show some element of understanding for his passionate celebration after Everton's crucial victory.

"I have so much respect for Chelsea and the fans. So I hope they understand me getting excited with the win," Lampard said as quoted by Metro UK.

"We needed it today, more than them. I have to be honest. For me, it was all about Everton today. Three points are so critical to us when you see what it means to our fans’ lives," he added.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported an Everton supporter stole the headlines on Sunday, May 1, for his antics as his side battled Chelsea at Goodison Park.

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The man hid an out of play ball under his jumper to deny Reece James a chance to take a quick throw-in.

Chelsea were trailing the Toffees by a goal at the time courtesy of Richarlison's goal scored moments after the break.