Torres relieved after finally scoring his first goal for Chelsea

It will help him move on quickly.' Magic moment: Torres is congratulated by Frank Lampard (left) and Ashley Cole (right)Luck appeared to have deserted Torres as he raced onto Nicolas Anelka's pass in the 84th minute today, the ball getting stuck in a near-waterlogged pitch. Relief: Fernando Torres is mobbed by team-mates after ending his goal droughtTorres was in danger of becoming the most expensive flop in the history of football after failing to score in his first 13 matches since signing from Liverpool almost three months ago. Popular player: The relief of all of Chelsea is clear to see'He scored and the next game will be, for him, really better. Fine strike: Torres keeps his balance to drill the ball with his left footThe goal sparked jubilant scenes in which Torres was mobbed by every one of his outfield team-mates.'We know we have a great player here, next season is going to go well for him.Fernando Torres felt the pressure lift from his shoulders after finally scoring his first goal for Chelsea on Saturday night.

'I think that the bad moment is gone and now his future will be fantastic here, at this club with his team-mates.'Torres had been relegated to the bench for three successive games, with Drogba's vastly superior form impossible to ignore. There's less pressure for me now, now I can enjoy it.'The pitch was not the best to score the goal, but football is like this,' Torres added.' Chelsea 3 West Ham 0: Fernando Torres breaks his duck as Hammers stay rock bottomPREMIER LEAGUE LIVE: Chelsea 3 West Ham 0 - the action from Stamford Bridge as it happenedOur experience will see us through, says Ferguson in run-up to 13 decisive day.The Spain striker told ESPN: 'It was not the beginning I was expecting when I signed, but it's not easy to go in January or February.'Considering the performance of Didier today, considering that Fernando scored, we have to try to put both together,' he said.'

Hopefully this is the first of many. El Nino: Torres will hope to go on a goalscoring run nowHe said: 'It was a fantastic moment.'Ancelotti would have feared the worst when the ball got stuck in the mud and he added: 'He was unlucky there but it was fantastic to move quickly, to come back and to shoot well.'He needed to score to move from this moment. The pair have failed to strike up an understanding when they have played together but Ancelotti hinted he might field both against Tottenham next week.But it proved a blessing in disguise as the 27-year-old swivelled and fired left-footed into the corner of the net. Bridge backing: Torres paid tribute to Chelsea fans for their patience'

I had more and more anxiety for them than for me.'Manager Carlo Ancelotti was thrilled for Torres, who he insisted last week would open his account before the end of the season.Stamford Bridge also erupted, the Chelsea fans having never lost faith in their record signing.'Torres replaced Didier Drogba, who was not on the field when the moment everyone had been waiting for finally arrived.The ?50million man ended his 15-hour goal drought for club and country just eight minutes after coming off the bench in the champions' 3-0 Barclays Premier League win over West Ham. Catch me if you can: Torres wheels away after scoring'I was in the changing room and I wanted to run and jump on as well,' Drogba said.'We have one week to train, we can try and I think that I will take a decision for the next game.'The fans have been very patient with me,' Torres said.'I kept working and it's thanks to all my team-mates that I scored

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Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal target Jeremy Menez set to leave Roma

'Italian media are reporting the Arsene Wenger is willing to offer Roma Abu Diaby in exchange for Menez, whilst Damien Comolli has also expressed an interest along with Sir Alex Ferguson. I want them to understand that Roma will regret their decisions down the line. Fergie wants Sneijder: Manchester United plot ?25m raid on Inter MilanI want to stay at Juventus! ?20m Kop flop Aquilani in Liverpool snub Menez dreams of joining Man United after knocking back Old Trafford before

Explore more:People: Alex Ferguson Places: Liverpool .Should Menez leave the club in the summer, Roma are expected to demand ?10 million for his services and the winger has fuelled his exit by admitting,'My departure is possible. Fallout: Menez has fallen foul with Roma coach Montella and the club's fansUnsettled midfielder Menez, 23, had a furious bust up with coach Vincenzo Montella which is believed to have sparked the violent scenes as the winger left the stadium in his car in the aftermath of the home loss.

'I haven't been given anywhere near as much help as others here. I have been playing here for three years, but in order to do well I have to feel people have confidence in me and that I'm important for the club.Menez was a victim of vandalism from his own club's notorious Ultras fans, who targeted his car in a terrifying rock attack following the club's 1-0 home defeat to Inter in the first leg of the Italian Cup.

The attack left the windscreen of his car shattered and although Menez was uninjured, he reported it to the police who are investigating.Roma midfielder Jeremy Menez is set to end his three-year stay at the Stadio Olimpico with Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal all rumoured to be tracking the French international


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