Roberto Di Matteo
Born: May 29, 1970 (age 54)
Height: 5' 10" (178cm)
Hometown: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Nationality: 
Italian
ItalianPosition: Midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 1991-1992 | FC Zurich |
| 1992-1993 | FC Aarau | |
| 1993-1996 | Lazio | |
| 1996-2002 | Chelsea | |
| Managerial | 2008-2009 | MK Dons |
| 2009-2011 | West Bromwich Albion | |
| 2011-2012 | Chelsea (assistant) | |
| 2012 | Chelsea | |
| 2014-2015 | Schalke 04 | |
| 2016 | Aston Villa | |
Sports Mole has 990 articles about Roberto Di Matteo. Articles 1 to 40:
Heidenheim vs. Chelsea: A story of the Premier League side's mixed experiences of Germany since 2005
Sports Mole takes a look at the range of emotions that Premier League giants Chelsea have experienced in Germany over the past two decades.
Nov 26, 14:15
Chelsea vs. Servette: How have Blues fared in previous games against Swiss teams?
Ahead of Chelsea's Europa Conference League playoff against Servette, Sports Mole takes a look at how the Blues have fared against Swiss opposition in the past.
Aug 21, 15:15
Can you name Chelsea's 2012 Champions League-winning squad?
To mark the 12th anniversary of Chelsea's maiden Champions League triumph, Sports Mole challenges you to name Roberto Di Matteo's squad.
May 19, 11:15
Can you name Chelsea's 2012 FA Cup-winning squad?
To mark 12 years since Chelsea won the 2012 FA Cup, Sports Mole challenges you to name each member of Roberto Di Matteo's squad.
May 5, 08:59
Chelsea out to equal all-time English football record in EFL Cup semi-final
Chelsea are out to match an all-time English football record set by Liverpool when they meet Middlesbrough in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
Jan 7, 23:37
Frank Lampard reluctant to make 'Champions League parallel' with Roberto Di Matteo
Chelsea caretaker manager Frank Lampard says that he is reluctant to make any 'Champions League parallels' with former winner Roberto Di Matteo.
Apr 12, 09:36
Why Frank Lampard must take second chance at Chelsea to end unjust ridicule
Frank Lampard does not deserve half of the ridicule that he receives, yet the Chelsea legend must seize the unforeseen opportunity to rebuild his reputation.
Apr 7, 14:45
Preview: Chelsea vs. Dinamo Zagreb - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Dinamo Zagreb, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 31, 10:12
Chelsea bidding to end 18-year streak against AC Milan
Chelsea will be attempting to end an 18-year streak when they face AC Milan in the Champions League at San Siro on Tuesday evening.
Oct 10, 15:19
Where are Chelsea's 2012 Champions League heroes now?
Sports Mole takes a look at where Chelsea's Champions League heroes of 2012 have ended up 10 years later.
May 19, 09:45
Liverpool vs. Chelsea: A look back at their FA Cup head-to-heads
Ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final, Sports Mole takes a look back at the previous fixtures between Liverpool and Chelsea in this competition.
May 10, 11:00
Ranking every Chelsea manager of the Roman Abramovich era
Following Roman Abramovich's announcement that he is looking to sell Chelsea, Sports Mole ranks all 13 of the permanent managers to have taken charge during his reign.
Mar 3, 16:16
Chelsea's record in past EFL Cup finals
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Chelsea's past record in EFL Cup finals ahead of Sunday's showdown with Liverpool at Wembley.
Feb 25, 11:20
On this day in 2016: David Luiz returns to Chelsea
The Brazil defender had only left Stamford Bridge for the Parc des Princes in 2014 in a £50million deal.
Aug 30, 12:00
Preview: Brentford vs. Middlesbrough - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Brentford and Middlesbrough, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 7, 21:00
Roberto Di Matteo backs John Terry for Chelsea job
Former Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo feels that there is an inevitability about John Terry becoming Blues manager in the future.
Sep 12, 17:40
Eden Hazard: 'Maurizio Sarri is the best manager of my Chelsea stay'
Chelsea attacker Eden Hazard claims that Maurizio Sarri is the best manager he has had during his time at the club, ahead of the likes of Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte.
Oct 8, 23:48
Kevin De Bruyne: 'I only spoke to Jose Mourinho twice at Chelsea'
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne admits that he only spoke to Jose Mourinho twice while the two were at Chelsea.
Apr 5, 19:52
How Chelsea could line up against Barcelona
Ahead of Chelsea's Champions League trip to Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at how Antonio Conte's side could line up at Camp Nou.
Mar 14, 11:34
Paco Jemez appointed Las Palmas boss
Las Palmas confirm the appointment of Paco Jemez as their new head coach on a contract until the end of the season.
Dec 22, 20:27
Roberto Di Matteo to take over at Las Palmas?
Former Chelsea and Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo is in contention to become Las Palmas's new head coach, according to a report.
Dec 19, 13:33
Rafael Benitez relishing return to former club Chelsea
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez expects his reception to be "fine" when returning to Stamford Bridge for the first time as an opposition manager this weekend.
Dec 1, 17:20
Steve Bruce admits to past relegation fears about Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce reveals that he once considered the West Midlands outfit to be candidates for relegation to League One.
Oct 28, 13:10
Harry Redknapp: 'Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce thought he would get sack'
Harry Redknapp says that Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce told him that he thought he was close to being sacked at the West Midlands outfit.
Sep 30, 12:40
Steve Bruce hits out at "vile" social media trolls after slow start
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce admits that he is desperate to "shut the nonsense up" by picking up maximum points for the first time this season on Saturday afternoon.
Aug 19, 12:47
Steve Bruce: "Aston Villa demands promotion"
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says that the club "demands promotion" as he prepares for his first full season in charge of the Midlands outfit.
Aug 1, 19:02
Report: Sunderland keen on Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick
A report claims that Sunderland are weighing up a bid for Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick, but only after offloading more of their high earners.
Jul 16, 18:34
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Romelu Lukaku a perfect fit for Manchester United'
Romelu Lukaku is a "perfect fit" for Manchester United and can achieve great things at his new club, according to Roberto Di Matteo, his former coach at Chelsea.
Jul 12, 20:30
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Chelsea will feel John Terry loss'
Chelsea will seriously miss the influence of John Terry following the departure of the long-serving centre-back, according to former Blues boss Roberto di Matteo.
Jun 19, 17:33
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton takes interest in Sunderland job?
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton reportedly takes an interest in the vacant managerial position at Sunderland.
Jun 2, 10:42
Norwich City interested in Union Berlin coach Jens Keller?
Norwich City are reportedly looking at the prospect of bringing in Union Berlin coach Jens Keller to fill their vacant managerial position at Carrow Road.
May 21, 12:52
Preview: Atletico Madrid vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole previews Wednesday evening's Champions League quarter-final first-leg tie between Atletico Madrid and Leicester City at the Vicente Calderon.
Apr 10, 14:35
Aston Villa chief: 'Promotion the target next season'
Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness admits that "there will be no excuses for us not to go up" to the Premier League in Steve Bruce's first full season in charge.
Mar 29, 21:26
Steve Bruce: 'No big changes this summer'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says that the club will not be spending big again this summer.
Mar 28, 14:12
Report: Fiorentina to sign Aston Villa midfielder Carlos Sanchez permanently
Aston Villa midfielder Carlos Sanchez is said to be close to sealing a permanent switch to Serie A side Fiorentina, where he has been on loan this season.
Mar 26, 12:40
Report: Aaron Tshibola to leave Aston Villa on loan in January
Out-of-favour Aston Villa midfielder Aaron Tshibola is reportedly looking to secure a loan move away from the West Midlands club in January.
Dec 22, 22:33
Steve Bruce: 'No big Aston Villa spending in January'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that the club will not have "a huge big influx" of new players in January.
Dec 16, 14:03
Aston Villa to launch bid for Norwich City winger?
Aston Villa are reportedly ready to launch a bid for Norwich City winger Robbie Brady during the January transfer window.
Dec 12, 18:40
Dr Tony Xia targets Champions League for Aston Villa
Aston Villa owner Dr Tony Xia reveals his ambition to see the club playing in the Champions League within 'five to six years'.
Dec 3, 13:12
Jack Grealish: "I've done bad stuff in the past"
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish says that he is working hard to shed his bad-boy image and become "a role model for kids".
Nov 26, 13:34
