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4th May 2014 | Premier League

Lamps Still Burns Bright

Mainly restricted to matches at Stamford Bridge but averages 5.6 shots per 90 minutes in home games in 2014.

Frank Lampard is no longer a certain start for Chelsea but since the turn of the year there has been a pattern to his game.

The 35-year-old has lost what little pace he had, therefore Jose Mourinho uses the midfielder in home games, where Chelsea are guaranteed more possession.

Five of his last seven appearances in the league have come at Stamford Bridge and his ability to shoot from distance is an asset against teams who defend deep.

The England midfielder has been a prolific goalscorer during his career and averages 5.6 shots per 90minutes of playing time in 2014.

Chelsea might have to resort to long range efforts against a Norwich team defending for their lives. Lampard therefore looks a good bet at 13/2 (Bet365) to open the scoring. Place the bet each-way and get 1/3 odds if he scores any time during the game.

Odds correct at time of publishing: 08:22 4th May, 2014 but subject to change

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