John Terry believes Chelsea have a unique opportunity to achieve "something special" as their battle for a memorable double reaches its climax.
The Blues are still fighting on two fronts, with Avram Grant's men pushing Premier League leaders Manchester United all the way in the title race, having already set up a Champions League final against the Red Devils on May 21.
Grant's side pulled level on points with United last week only for Sir Alex Ferguson's team to restore a three-point lead at the summit following Saturday's 4-1 triumph over West Ham United.
Chelsea travel to Newcastle United on Monday aware that success is a necessity, while they must then go on to win their final league game of the season against Bolton in the hope that their rivals, who boast a superior goal difference, drop points at Wigan.
And ahead of three season-defining fixtures, Terry has issued a rallying cry to his team-mates, urging them to give their all and grab their 'unique opportunity' with both hands.
"We have a unique opportunity. I really believe it is our time. We feel strong," he told the News of the World.
"This is the moment when we can achieve something truly special. We are in top form and we have the drive and determination to do this.
"We have a driving force within, a drive that's instilled in every one of us. We are winners. We hate to lose and that's why we never give up.
"Seeing Manchester United win the Premier League last year, seeing them and Arsenal running away with it at the start of the season - that hurt us.
"But credit to everyone at the club. We refused to concede anything and just kept fighting and fighting."
On Moscow's Champions League final, Terry said: "We have dominated the domestic scene in the last few years and now we have a great chance to be crowned the top side in Europe.
"I don't care how we win, what the match is like, what the score is. That doesn't bother me at all just as long as we win. To lift that trophy is all I dream about."
And on manager Grant's reportedly uncertain future at Stamford Bridge, Terry added: "It's bizarre to even talk about that when we've just made history and are still pushing for two massive trophies. Avram Grant has done very well."
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