After a thoroughly interesting encounter on the social club astroturf I got a lift back to Canterbury with Dazza and quickly showered before making the very short journey down to The Cross Keys. The chaps were already all in place as I arrived about 5 minutes into the game... As a neutral, but slightly erring on the side of Liverpool, I found the first 45 minutes rather dull, although Drogba's goal was superbly taken! The second half was altogether more lively though and when Benayoun made his only real significant contribution to the game with a jinking run into the box, I didn't expect Torres to do anything else but score. Penalties, I thought! However, as the first period of extra time began, it was obvious that both sides wanted this settled. Lampard's spot-kick was fantastic and I think it was pretty much sealed then. Drogba added another to make sure and Ryan Babel scored a goal that will almost be forgotten, which is shame because it was a belter!
We rounded off the night with a brief yet pleasant visit to The Old City Bar. Afterwhich, I returned home for a corned beef and tomato sandwich.