All it took was half season miracle from Di Matteo and Drogba having shoulders broad enough to carry his squad. That CL victory even though, it was one of the ugliest (funniest imo) CL runs and victory, gave them a HUGE boost. I remember that same year they were in contention for Hazard along with City and United. City offered money, United offered legacy by being coached by Ferguson, he chose the CL winners.