Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'New manager will get £100m'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez says that the club's new manager will be given £100m to spend on new players.
May 16, 22:20
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Real Madrid consider Rafael Benitez, Michael Laudrup for managerial job?
Real Madrid reportedly consider Rafael Benitez and Michael Laudrup as possible replacements if Jose Mourinho leaves the Bernabeu this summer.
May 16, 08:07
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates moments after scoring the opening goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Rafael Benitez hails Fernando Torres improvement
Rafael Benitez says that Fernando Torres's hard work is starting to pay off at Chelsea.
May 16, 05:27
Frank Lampard celebrates in front of the Chelsea fans after scoring a penalty and his team's second goal against Arsenal on January 20, 2013
Rafael Benitez pays tribute to Frank Lampard
Rafael Benitez heaps praise on Frank Lampard after Chelsea's Europa League win.
May 16, 05:15
Frank Lampard celebrates scoring his team's third goal after converting a penalty against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Frank Lampard: 'Branislav Ivanovic deserves this'
Frank Lampard says that Branislav Ivanovic deserves tonight's Europa League success.
May 15, 21:22
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic heads in the winning goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Match Analysis: Benfica 1-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole casts an eye over Chelsea's Europa League success at the expense of Benfica in Amsterdam.
May 15, 21:17
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates moments after scoring the opening goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Fernando Torres: "It was a very tough game"
Fernando Torres says that this could be the only chance Chelsea will have to win the Europa League.
May 15, 21:06
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez proud of Chelsea triumph
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits his pride following Thursday's victory over Benfica in the Europa League final.
May 15, 21:05
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech in action on March 10, 2013
Chelsea's Petr Cech: 'I don't want to play in Europa League again'
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech hopes that he never has to compete in the Europa League again after tonight's final against Benfica.
May 15, 08:58
Ashley Cole, Aaron Ramsey
Arsenal, Chelsea could face playoff
Arsenal and Chelsea could be forced to face each other in a playoff in order to settle third place, depending on this weekend's results.
May 15, 07:14
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Europa League triumph will win over fans'
Rafael Benitez hopes that winning the Europa League will finally win over the Chelsea supporters.
May 15, 05:36
Juan Mata
Rafael Benitez: 'Juan Mata is one of the world's best'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez feels that Juan Mata is developing into one of the world's best players.
May 15, 04:56
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech in action on March 10, 2013
Petr Cech: 'Jose Mourinho would be welcomed back'
Chelsea keeper Petr Cech admits that Jose Mourinho would be "more than welcome" if he were to return to the club in the summer.
May 15, 00:28
Chelsea's Eden Hazard slots home his team's fourth goal against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Eden Hazard out of Europa League final
A hamstring injury forces Eden Hazard to miss Chelsea's Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 17:22
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini
Next Manchester City manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole looks at the five managers who are reportedly in the running to replace Roberto Mancini at Manchester City.
May 14, 14:54
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez open to becoming Napoli coach
Rafael Benitez would consider becoming the new coach of Napoli, according to his agent.
May 14, 14:11
John Terry celebrates scoring the opener for Chelsea
John Terry, Eden Hazard travel to Amsterdam
Fitness doubts John Terry and Eden Hazard both travel with the Chelsea squad to Amsterdam ahead of their Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 11:18
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring the equalising goal in the Premier League clash with Aston Villa on May 11, 2013
Chelsea's Frank Lampard 'to be given starting spot for Europa League final'
Rafael Benitez reportedly decides to hand Frank Lampard a starting spot in the Chelsea team for their Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 09:11
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz desperate to claim silverware
David Luiz insists that Chelsea are desperate to end a run of three defeats in major finals this season in tomorrow night's Europa League decider against Benfica.
May 14, 01:38
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata ready for penalty duty
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata vows to volunteer if tomorrow's Europa League final goes to penalties, despite missing his spot kick in last season's Champions League decider.
May 14, 01:10
Chelsea's Eden Hazard celebrates scoring the equaliser against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
John Terry, Eden Hazard doubts for Europa League final
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez may reveal John Terry and Eden Hazard's respective availability for the Europa League final against Benfica.
May 13, 23:27
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez during the match against Everton on December 30, 2012
Rafael Benitez looks to life after Chelsea
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits that he has begun looking for a new job in England as his time at Stamford Bridge comes to a close.
May 12, 23:55
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Frank Lampard not guaranteed Europa League final place'
Rafael Benitez refuses to confirm whether Frank Lampard will start for Chelsea in the Europa League final against Benfica on Wednesday.
May 12, 19:56
Pablo Aimar
Pablo Aimar: 'Chelsea are weak'
Benifca playmaker Pablo Aimar claims the current Chelsea is the "weakest" in a decade at the club, ahead of the Europa League final on Wednesday.
May 12, 05:46
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez pleased to secure Champions League place
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez is pleased to have secured a Champions League place for the club next season.
May 11, 14:41
Fabio Quagliarella and John-Obi Mikel
John Obi Mikel brands Chelsea "crazy" amid manager speculation
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel says that the club are "crazy" amid speculation that a new manager will arrive in the summer.
May 10, 09:19
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez backs David Moyes to succeed at Manchester United
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez believes that David Moyes has the qualities to succeed at Manchester United.
May 9, 16:14
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez reacts on the touchline against Swansea on January 23, 2013
Rafael Benitez rues missed chances
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez believes that his side should have 'killed off' Tottenham Hotspur during Wednesday's 2-2 draw in the Premier League.
May 8, 21:54
Spurs striker Manu Adebayor celebrates a wonder goal against Chelsea on May 8, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at tonight's entertaining 2-2 draw between top-four chasing Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.
May 8, 21:24
Chelsea's Ramires celebrates his goal against Spurs on May 8, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of tonight's crucial Premier League clash between Chelsea and Tottenham as both sides look to take a step towards a top-four finish.
May 8, 17:45
Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas on the touchline during the FA Cup fourth round tie against Leeds on Janaury 27, 2013
Andre Villas-Boas: 'Chelsea return not special'
Andre Villas-Boas says that returning to Chelsea on Wednesday night will be "not very special".
May 8, 06:57
New Chelsea striker Demba Ba celebrates his second debut goal at Southampton on January 5, 2013
Demba Ba: 'Jose Mourinho the talk of Chelsea changing room'
Demba Ba says that certain Chelsea players at the club are keen for Jose Mourinho to return to Stamford Bridge.
May 8, 06:30
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Andre Villas-Boas: 'Rafael Benitez has been a success at Chelsea'
Andre Villas-Boas says that Rafael Benitez has done a good job during his time at Chelsea.
May 8, 06:12
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Rafael Benitez defends David Luiz's laugh
Chelsea's interim manager Rafael Benitez defends David Luiz.
May 8, 03:46
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez hints at Jose Mourinho return to Chelsea
Interim boss Rafael Benitez suggests that Jose Mourinho will replace him at Chelsea once the season concludes.
May 7, 12:35
Ramires celebrates scoring with Juan Mata on his back
Juan Mata: 'Chelsea close to great season'
Chelsea playmaker Juan Mata believes that Europa League success and a third-place finish in the Premier League are enough for a "great season" at Stamford Bridge.
May 7, 01:25
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez defends his Chelsea record
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez defends his managerial record at the club.
May 6, 22:14
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles during the match against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Rafael Benitez "enjoyed" Manchester United victory
Rafael Benitez says that he enjoyed Chelsea's win over Manchester United.
May 6, 06:06
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez turns attention to Tottenham Hotspur
Rafael Benitez challenges his Chelsea players to go and beat Tottenham Hotspur following their win over Manchester United.
May 5, 17:50
United striker Robin Van Persie in action against Chelsea on May 5, 2013
Match Analysis: Manchester United 0-1 Chelsea
Sports Mole looks back over Manchester United's 1-0 defeat at home to Chelsea at Old Trafford.
May 5, 17:20
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