Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez questions amount of injury time at Anfield
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez questions the amount of injury time at the end of his side's 2-2 draw at Liverpool in the Premier League.
Apr 21, 18:44
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'I didn't see Luis Suarez bite Branislav Ivanovic'
Rafael Benitez says that he did not see Luis Suarez bite Branislav Ivanovic in the arm.
Apr 21, 17:25
 Goalscorer Oscar celebrates with his Chelsea teammates after giving his side the lead in the match against Liverpool on April 21, 2013
Live Commentary: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text coverage of Rafael Benitez's return to Anfield as his Chelsea side took on Liverpool and drew 2-2.
Apr 21, 14:00
 Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates his free-kick against Aston Villa on December 23, 2012
David Luiz says Rafael Benitez has improved him
David Luiz says that Rafael Benitez has improved him as a player.
Apr 21, 12:05
 Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers credits Rafael Benitez for Liverpool academy
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers credits Rafael Benitez for the club's academy growth in recent years.
Apr 21, 11:17
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Ian Callaghan: 'A Rafael Benitez return would not work for Liverpool'
Liverpool legend Ian Callaghan feels that a return for Rafael Benitez would not work well for either the club or the manager himself.
Apr 21, 07:25
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez coy on future
Rafael Benitez plays down speculation over his future.
Apr 21, 07:13
 Lucas Leiva
Lucas Levia: 'Rafael Benitez believed in me'
Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva says that Rafael Benitez played an important part in helping him to flourish at the club.
Apr 21, 05:44
 Kenny Dalglish
Kenny Dalglish: 'No divided loyalties for Rafael Benitez'
Former Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish feels that Rafael Benitez will not have any divided loyalties when his Chelsea side visit Anfield tomorrow.
Apr 20, 21:24
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez defends rotation policy
Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez defends his decision to keep rotating his side as they compete in the Premier League, Europa League and FA Cup late in the season.
Apr 20, 07:10
 Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Brendan Rodgers: 'Rafael Benitez welcome at Anfield'
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists that Rafael Benitez will be given an "excellent reception" when he returns to Anfield with Chelsea on Sunday.
Apr 19, 18:36
 Anfield
Preview:Liverpool vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield.
Apr 19, 15:51
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles during the match against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'My daughter thinks she's from Liverpool'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez reveals that his youngest daughter believes that she's a scouser.
Apr 19, 11:38
 Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring a penalty and the winner against Spurs on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Steven Gerrard right to turn down Chelsea move'
Rafael Benitez suggests that Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard made the right decision to stay at Anfield and not move to Chelsea.
Apr 19, 08:20
 John Terry, Sebastian Giovinco
John Terry accepts rotation policy
Chelsea captain John Terry insists that he accepts interim manager Rafael Benitez's rotation policy at the club.
Apr 18, 23:58
 John Terry heads in his team's second goal against Fulham on April 17, 2013
John Terry willing to work for regular starting spot in Chelsea team
John Terry insists that he will work hard to win back his place in Chelsea's regular starting lineup.
Apr 18, 08:41
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles during the match against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Chelsea's Rafael Benitez "really pleased" to be returning to Anfield
Rafael Benitez insists that he has only fond memories of his time at Liverpool but is hoping that Chelsea snatch all three points on Sunday.
Apr 18, 08:09
 Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini
Chelsea want Manuel Pellegrini as next manager?
Chelsea reportedly want Manuel Pellegrini as their next manager after meeting with the coach in France last week.
Apr 18, 06:20
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Rafael Benitez revels in derby win
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez reacts to his team's 3-0 derby victory over Fulham in the Premier League.
Apr 17, 22:12
 David Luiz celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal against Fulham on April 17, 2013
Live Commentary: Fulham 0-3 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage of tonight's West London derby between Fulham and Chelsea.
Apr 17, 18:00
 Frank Lampard celebrates scoring his team's third goal after converting a penalty against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Frank Lampard will break Chelsea record'
Rafael Benitez believes that midfielder Frank Lampard will become Chelsea's all-time top goalscorer before the end of the season.
Apr 17, 15:35
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez during the match against Everton on December 30, 2012
John Aldridge wants "unhappy return" for Rafael Benitez
John Aldridge wants Liverpool to make sure Rafael Benitez does not enjoy his return to Anfield when Chelsea visit this Sunday.
Apr 17, 04:25
 Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Rafael Benitez compares Juan Mata to Gianfranco Zola
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez says that Juan Mata's intelligence and skill reminds him of club legend Gianfranco Zola.
Apr 16, 21:57
 Gary Cahill celebrates scoring Chelsea's second
Ashley Cole, Gary Cahill to make comebacks against Liverpool?
Chelsea duo Gary Cahill and Ashley Cole are reportedly expected to return to action from their respective injuries against Liverpool on Sunday.
Apr 16, 10:56
 John Terry is congratulated by team mate Oscar after scoring the equaliser against Southampton on March 30, 2013
John Terry tells Rafael Benitez he can handle playing more games?
John Terry reportedly informs Chelsea that he can handle playing twice a week, despite Rafael Benitez claiming that the defender struggles.
Apr 16, 08:34
 Chelsea's David Luiz takes a penalty on December 5, 2012
David Luiz: 'We can still save our season'
Chelsea defender David Luiz insists that Europa League success and a top-four finish in the Premier League can help the Blues save their season.
Apr 16, 01:33
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Preview:Fulham vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Chelsea's Premier League trip to Fulham on Wednesday evening.
Apr 15, 15:50
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez disappointed with Chelsea defeat
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits that he is "really disappointed" with his side's 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals.
Apr 14, 18:07
 Chelsea striker Demba Ba scores against Man City on April 14, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 1-2 Manchester City
Sports Mole casts its eye over an entertaining FA Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Manchester City.
Apr 14, 17:43
 City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates a goal against Chelsea with Samir Nasri on April 14, 2013
Holders Chelsea out as Manchester City reach FA Cup final
Manchester City beat Chelsea 2-1 at Wembley to reach the FA Cup final for the second time in three years.
Apr 14, 16:53
 Opposing bosses Roberto Mancini and Rafa Benitez stand on the touchline during the FA Cup semi-final on April 14, 2013
Live Commentary: FA Cup semi-final: Chelsea 1-2 Manchester City - as it happened
Read how Manchester City knocked out holders Chelsea to seal their place in the FA Cup final.
Apr 14, 14:00
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez reveals John Terry's struggle to complete games
Chelsea's interim manager Rafael Benitez reveals that John Terry now finds it tough to complete two games in the same week for the club.
Apr 14, 06:36
 Andre Schurrle
Chelsea to sign Andre Schurrle?
Chelsea will reportedly sign Andre Schurrle from Bayer Leverkusen when the transfer window opens in the summer.
Apr 14, 05:54
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'I cannot change Chelsea fans who boo me'
Chelsea's interim manager Rafael Benitez accepts that he can do little to change the view of fans who have booed him since his arrival at the club in November.
Apr 14, 05:33
 Opposing bosses Roberto Mancini and Rafa Benitez shake hands before the Man City v Chelsea match on February 24, 2013
Roberto Mancini: 'Rafael Benitez criticism undeserved'
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini feels that the criticism faced by Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez has been unwarranted.
Apr 14, 04:40
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Frank Lampard offered £6m Los Angeles Galaxy deal?
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard is reportedly offered a £6m deal to join MLS side Los Angeles Galaxy.
Apr 14, 03:36
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: I made "right decision" in joining Chelsea
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez believes that he made the right choice to join the club.
Apr 14, 03:14
 Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Match Analysis: Reading 0-0 Liverpool
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at this afternoon's action-packed 0-0 draw between Reading and Liverpool.
Apr 13, 16:31
 Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata sure of top-four finish
Chelsea playmaker Juan Mata insists that he is sure the Blues will secure a top-four finish ahead of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.
Apr 13, 11:46
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez during the match against Everton on December 30, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'We need to be at our best'
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez admits that his side will have to play to their full potential if they are to progress through to the FA Cup final.
Apr 13, 07:56
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