Remembering chelsea 4 4 aston villa a forgotten pl classic

What a game! The 4-4 draw between Chelsea and Aston Villa on September 22, 2008, is indeed a forgotten Premier League classic. It was a thrilling match that saw both teams score four goals each, with Chelsea coming back from 2-0 down to level the score.

The match was played at Stamford Bridge, and it was a chaotic and entertaining encounter. Villa took the lead through John Carew's 21st-minute goal, and then Ashley Young doubled their advantage just before halftime. However, Chelsea responded with three goals in the space of 12 minutes, with Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba, and Florent Malouda scoring to turn the game around.

But Villa refused to give up, and they equalized through a stunning strike from Gabriel Agbonlahor in the 83rd minute. The match ended 4-4, with both teams sharing the points.

This game is often referred to as one of the greatest Premier League matches of all time, and it's easy to see why. The sheer number of goals, the drama, and the twists and turns made it an unforgettable encounter.