Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Roman Abramovich is a nice person'
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez believes that he can use his experience to get his ideas across to owner Roman Abramovich.
Nov 24, 08:26
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Rafael Benitez keen on Paulinho?
Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez is reportedly interested in making Corinthians midfielder Paulinho his first signing at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 24, 01:09
Fernando Torres in action for Chelsea
Rafael Benitez: 'Fernando Torres trying his best'
Rafael Benitez insists that Fernando Torres has looked "committed" during his first training sessions as Chelsea manager.
Nov 24, 00:06
Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole in 2011
Rafael Benitez expects Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard to leave
Rafael Benitez reveals that he thinks Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole will leave Chelsea when their contracts expire in the summer.
Nov 23, 23:33
Pep Guardiola
Juan Mata: 'Pep Guardiola would be great coach for any club'
Chelsea playmaker Juan Mata says that Pep Guardiola would be a "great" manager for any team.
Nov 23, 17:26
Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole looks ahead to this Sunday's highly anticipated Premier League tie between Chelsea and Manchester City
Nov 23, 15:18
Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Roberto Mancini wary of Benitez's Chelsea
Roberto Mancini is wary that the arrival of Rafael Benitez could motivate Chelsea for Manchester City's trip to Stamford Bridge.
Nov 23, 12:58
A smiling Alex Ferguson before kickoff
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Rafael Benitez lucky to get Chelsea job now'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson reignites his rivalry with Rafael Benitez by saying that the Spaniard is "lucky" to take over at Chelsea.
Nov 23, 10:15
Roberto Di Matteo waves in April 2012
Roberto Di Matteo to become new Napoli boss?
Roberto Di Matteo, who was sacked by Chelsea earlier this week, is reportedly being considered by Napoli.
Nov 23, 09:32
Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea fans will be happy with me by the summer'
Rafael Benitez insists that the Chelsea fans will be "pleased" with his appointment by the end of the season.
Nov 23, 09:07
Pablo Zabaleta
Pablo Zabaleta: 'Chelsea game will be tough'
Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta believes that Chelsea have a chance to make a fresh start under new manager Rafael Benitez.
Nov 23, 07:16
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring his first for City on November 17, 2012
Sergio Aguero: "Best is yet to come"
Sergio Aguero remains confident that Manchester City will recover from European disappointment to retain their Premier League title.
Nov 23, 02:28
Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez targeting five trophies
New Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez eyes success in all five competitions for the club this season.
Nov 22, 19:25
Rafael Benitez holds the Chelsea shirt as he is unveiled as manager on November 22, 2012
Rafael Benitez refuses to single out Fernando Torres
New Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez refuses to focus on his relationship with striker Fernando Torres.
Nov 22, 18:24
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Live Coverage: Rafael Benitez takes first Chelsea press conference
Follow Sports Mole's live coverage of Rafael Benitez's first press conference as the new Chelsea manager.
Nov 22, 17:16
Juventus' Sebastian Giovinco celebrates his team's third goal versus Chelsea on November 20, 2012
Sebastian Giovinco hails "beautiful night"
Sebastian Giovinco says that it was "important" for Juventus to beat Chelsea in Turin on Tuesday night.
Nov 22, 15:32
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock: 'Roberto Di Matteo should be delighted'
Leeds United manager Neil Warnock believes that Roberto Di Matteo should be "delighted" to leave Chelsea after his success at the club.
Nov 22, 14:18
Eden Hazard scores the equaliser for Chelsea
Eden Hazard: 'I'm beautiful in sportswear'
Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard says that in sports clothes he is "beautiful" and reveals that his favourite music to listen to is rap.
Nov 22, 13:44
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Rafael Benitez: "One game at a time"
Rafael Benitez is only thinking of the next game as he takes over from Roberto Di Matteo.
Nov 22, 13:15
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Dave Bassett backs Rafael Benitez to keep Chelsea job permanently
Dave Bassett believes that Rafael Benitez is likely to be given the full-time role at Chelsea if he gets Fernando Torres firing.
Nov 22, 11:49
Juan Mata
Juan Mata backs new Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez
Chelsea playmaker Juan Mata believes that new manager Rafael Benitez's experience will help the Premier League outfit build.
Nov 22, 11:08
Boudewijn Zenden
Rafael Benitez brings in Boudewijn Zenden as assistant Chelsea manager?
Neq Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez reportedly appoints retired midfielder Boudewijn Zenden as his assistant boss at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 22, 10:54
Rafael Benitez
Chelsea fan brands 'Benitez out' banner at Cobham training ground
A Chelsea supporter holds a 'Benitez out - One Di Matteo' banner outside of the club's Cobham training ground on the first day of the Spaniard's reign at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 22, 10:39
Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger "surprised" Rafael Benitez accepted Chelsea job
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that he is shocked that Rafael Benitez has agreed to take on the Chelsea job on a temporary basis.
Nov 22, 09:43
Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola 'agrees in principal to become Chelsea manager in summer'
Pep Guardiola reportedly agrees in principle to replace new Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez at the end of the season.
Nov 22, 09:31
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Rafael Benitez to meet Chelsea players today for first time
Chelsea confirm that new manager Rafael Benitez will meet his players for the first time today as he begins his career at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 22, 09:20
Jose Mourinho as Chelsea manager
Jose Mourinho wishes Rafael Benitez luck
Jose Mourinho says that he always wants Chelsea to do well following their appointment of Rafael Benitez.
Nov 22, 06:52
Cristiano Ronaldo consoles Pablo Zabaleta after the final whistle on November 21, 2012
Match Analysis: Manchester City 1-1 Real Madrid
Sports Mole analyses the Champions League match between Man City and Real Madrid, which confirmed Roberto Mancini's side's elimination from the competition.
Nov 21, 22:50
Roberto Di Matteo waves in April 2012
Arsene Wenger 'feels sorry' for Roberto Di Matteo
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger 'feels sorry' for Roberto Di Matteo following the Italian's sacking from Chelsea.
Nov 21, 22:29
Didier Drogba
Chelsea in talks to loan Didier Drogba?
Didier Drogba allegedly lodges a request with FIFA to fast-track a loan move to Chelsea.
Nov 21, 22:22
Roberto Di Matteo waves in April 2012
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Champions League win was my greatest moment'
Roberto Di Matteo says that he still has "a deep and unreserved passion" for Chelsea, despite his controversial sacking.
Nov 21, 22:22
Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho disappointed by Roberto Di Matteo sacking
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho admits that he is disappointed by the sacking of Roberto Di Matteo.
Nov 21, 22:19
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Rafa Benitez backs Fernando Torres to find form
New Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez says that he has faith in striker Fernando Torres.
Nov 21, 22:13
Rafa Benitez in 2010
Rafael Benitez named Chelsea manager
Rafael Benitez is named as the new manager of Chelsea following the sacking of Roberto Di Matteo.
Nov 21, 19:23
Graeme Souness
Graeme Souness: 'Changing the manager isn't the answer'
Graeme Souness does not believe that changing the manager will improve Chelsea's form.
Nov 21, 18:01
Juan Mata
Juan Mata: Roberto Di Matteo is a "legend"
Chelsea attacker Juan Mata issues his thanks to Roberto Di Matteo and describes the Italian as a "legend".
Nov 21, 17:02
Dietmar Hamann
Dietmar Hamann backs Rafael Benitez for Chelsea
Dietmar Hamann believes that Chelsea will have a "top-class manager" should they appoint Rafael Benitez.
Nov 21, 16:49
Rafael Benitez
Rafael Benitez boards plane for Heathrow?
Rafael Benitez is seen boarding a plane for Heathrow amid speculation that he is about to become Chelsea's new manager.
Nov 21, 16:08
Rafael Benitez
Rafael Benitez heading to England?
A close aide of Rafael Benitez claims that the Spaniard is travelling to England for potential discussions with Chelsea.
Nov 21, 14:50
Stamford Bridge
Chelsea to make managerial appointment today?
A report claims that Chelsea may install a new manager to replace Roberto Di Matteo before the end of the day.
Nov 21, 13:12