I agree hes been pretty poor of late , but he came pretty close to scoring last night, and there wouldnt have been these posts if he had.
Couple of seasons ago Lampard was getting slated left right and centre for similar performances, now the sun shines out his arse.
Ballack should be dropped for a couple, and any subsequent poor performances, but kept on as a bit part player ala Scholes, and given reduced terms imo. If he doesnt like it he can fuck off.