Video: 38 year old Frank Lampard nets historic hattrick for NYC

Frank Lampard could not hide his delight after becoming the first New York City player to score a hat-trick in MLS.

Lampard etched his name into the history books after scoring three goals in New York City's 5-1 rout of Colorado Rapids on Saturday.

It has been a long and hard road for Lampard in New York, battling fitness and injury concerns, while attempting to win over fans in the Big Apple.

But the 38-year-old former England international seems to have finally gained the approval of fans after improving his tally to eight goals in eight games. Continue to see the goals

Another Look: Captain Frank Lampard puts #NYCFC up 1-0 over @ColoradoRapids pic.twitter.com/7vmqvXwHFQ

— New York City FC (@NYCFC) July 30, 2016

Lampard again! What a run to increase the lead to four. #NYCvCOL https://t.co/UQGCKd6L7O

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) July 30, 2016

Another Look: Frank Lampard nails the penalty for this hat trick pic.twitter.com/jTabRWbe6r

— New York City FC (@NYCFC) July 30, 2016