Lampard award snub shocks Ballack

Published : 23 Apr 2009 10:08:03Rss feed

Michael Ballack was shocked Chelsea star Frank Lampard missed the shortlist for the Professional Footballers' Association's player of the year award.The winner is announced on Sunday but Lampard, who partners Ballack in the Blues' midfield, was overlooked. The German international told BBC Sport: "Frank has played consistently at a high level all season. "I don't know why he was not nominated but at Chelsea we know how good he is and that is all that matters." Chelsea suffered a slump in f.... read more