Chelsea, Benfica chase history in Europa final
Agence France-Presse | Tuesday May 14, 2013
Roberto Di Matteo's dismissal as manager created a negative atmosphere that only got worse when the unpopular Rafael Benitez was appointed as his interim successor, but now, salvation is in sight.
Rafa Benitez confirms Chelsea exit at the end of season
Associated Press | Thursday February 28, 2013
Benitez was hired as the replacement for the fired Roberto di Matteo in November, but has never been accepted by a large section of Chelsea fans.
Harry Redknapp not qualified to talk about Chelsea, says Andre Villas-Boas
Agence France-Presse | Friday January 11, 2013
Chelsea lifted the Champions League trophy two months after Villas-Boas left Stamford Bridge but his successor, Roberto Di Matteo, lasted only eight months in the job before being dismissed.
Roberto Mancini concerned about Benitez effect
Agence France-Presse | Friday November 23, 2012
Roberto Mancini expects Manchester City to face a tougher task against Chelsea on Sunday after the London club sacked Roberto Di Matteo and replaced him with Rafael Benitez.
Benitez's objective: Win over angry Chelsea fans
Agence France-Presse | Thursday November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez tried to overcome hostility from Chelsea fans angry with his appointment as interim manager by insisting both he and they wanted the same things.
Roberto Di Matteo 'proud' despite Chelsea axe
Agence-France Presse | Thursday November 22, 2012
Roberto di Matteo was sacked on Wednesday after a run of just two wins in eight games in all competitions culminating with Tuesday's 3-0 defeat by Juventus in Turin that left the club facing Champions League elimination at the group stage.
Jose Mourinho feels for sacked Roberto Di Matteo
Agence-France Presse | Thursday November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez has been appointed as Chelsea coach on an interim basis, and although Jose Mourinho wished him the best, he said he was dismayed by Chelsea's decision to part ways with Roberto Di Matteo.
Rafael Benitez in interim role as Chelsea sack di Matteo
Agence-France Presse | Thursday November 22, 2012
Roman Abramovich, Chelsea's Russian billionaire owner who has now sacked seven managers since buying the club in 2003, subsequently appointed former Liverpool boss Benitez, albeit in a caretaker capacity.
Di Matteo's Chelsea exit dismays Gullit
Agence France-Presse | Wednesday November 21, 2012
Former Chelsea manager Ruud Gullit was among those who expressed their sadness at the European champions' decision to sack Roberto di Matteo as their boss on Wednesday.
Chelsea sack team manager Roberto Di Matteo
Agence-France Presse | Wednesday November 21, 2012
Chelsea sacked manager Roberto Di Matteo saying the team's recent performances and results have not been good enough.
Roberto Di Matteo says Chelsea have to tighten up
Agence-France Presse | Sunday November 18, 2012
The Chelsea coach is concerned by his team's slump in form after seeing the European champions take just two points from four games and relinquish top spot in the Premier League.
Roberto Di Matteo pays for tinkering as West Bromwich Albion punish Chelsea
Agence France Presse | Saturday November 17, 2012
Chelsea coach Roberto Di Matteo paid a heavy price for tinkering with his team as the Blues went down 2-1 at his former club West Bromwich Albion on Saturday.
Chelsea captain John Terry could return in three weeks
Associated Press | Friday November 16, 2012
Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo says captain John Terry could be back in action in three weeks.
Chelsea look to repair image through young blood
Associated Press | Tuesday November 13, 2012
Chelsea's crop of exciting young players is helping repair the club's damaged image, says the club's chief executive Ron Gourlay. The Champions League winner has struggled to win friends during public disputes fueled by racism allegations, while ta...
Roberto Di Matteo finds a Friend despite Chelsea slip-up
Agence France Presse | Sunday November 4, 2012
Chelsea manager Roberto di Matteo revealed he congratulated referee Kevin Friend on his display in Saturday's draw at Swansea.
