Drogba relishes Torres rivalry

The Liverpool frontman is the current Barclays Premier League top scorer with 10 goals. Drogba is still one behind after they both netted at the weekend.

"It's nice to have this competition with Torres to finish top scorer. It's always a good challenge to be part of," Drogba said.

"Three seasons ago I was in a race against Benni McCarthy and Cristiano Ronaldo and I managed to come out on top.

"It's a big challenge for me to finish ahead of Torres this season and gives me the desire to do more for my team."

three times

Drogba is benefitting from an effective partnership with Nicolas Anelka, although the Frenchman has scored just three times this season.

"I really feel good about the ...