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Chelsea's Nemanja Matic hails influence of Stamford Bridge legend Didier Drogba
CHELSEA'S midfield enforcer Nemanja Matic has praised the influence of Stamford Bridge legend Didier Drogba.
The 36-year-old has now netted twice since his return to West London, and Sunday's goal was his second in successive games.
Matic acknowledged the experience Drogba brings to the table, and thinks his growing confidence will yield more goals in the future.
He said: "Everybody saw that he played well. He is going to be important for us. He has already scored one in the Champions League and now another here.
Didier Drogba Player Profile
Like every player in the team, he is getting more confidence and we will see what happens in the future
"Like every player in the team, he is getting more confidence and we will see what happens in the future.
"He is very important for the young players because what we’re trying to do now [winning titles], he has done it first.
"He is good mentally, he talks to the young players and makes things easier for them and for me also.”
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