'We need it more than Chelsea!' - Lampard hopes Blues supporters understand excitement after Everton's season-altering win

Frank Lampard hopes Chelsea understand his celebrations after Everton beat his former club 1-0 to secure a vital win in their battle against relegation, saying his current employers needed the points more.

Richarlison capitalised on an error from Cesar Azpilicueta to score the only goal at the start of the second half as 18th-placed Everton narrowed the gap on Leeds and Burnley above them to two points.

Lampard’s status as a Chelsea legend is secure after scoring a club-record 211 goals over 13 years in west London, but that did not stop him wildly celebrating the victory at full time.

Speaking about his relationship with his former club, Lampard told Sky Sports: “I have so much respect for Chelsea and the fans. So I hope they understand me getting excited with the win.

“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.”

Look at what it means to Frank Lampard!